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Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse

Fl R 10s🇮🇳Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse

Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse is a 20-meter-tall square masonry tower located in Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu. The structure displays a white finish accented by black bands. It emits a red light with a characteristic of a single red flash every 10 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 4 nautical miles. The lighthouse has been operational for some time, serving maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 10s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
4NM

Location

City
Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
20.8989°
Longitude
70.3833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: White square masonry tower, black banded; 20

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0412
NGA No.
28276
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse at night?+
Bhirbhanjan displays the characteristic Fl R 10s — 1 red flash every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Veraval at 0.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Mul Dwårka (18 NM ESE), Mangrol (20.1 NM NW), Navabunder (40.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bhirbhanjan Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.