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Bhandra Dam

Lohardaga, Jharkhand, India
General Description: Bhandra Dam is a significant irrigation and hydroelectric project located in the Bhandra block of Lohardaga. It is built across a tributary of the South Koel river and serves as a primary source of water for the agricultural lands in the region. The dam is a popular getaway for people seeking a break from urban life, offering vast stretches of calm water and a cool environment. The structural engineering of the dam combined with the natural beauty of the surrounding hills makes it a scenic masterpiece. During the monsoon, the sound of water gushing through the spillways is both powerful and soothing. The reservoir created by the dam is home to various species of freshwater fish, making it a hub for local fishing activities. The area around the dam is sparsely populated, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere for visitors. It is a preferred spot for family picnics and school excursions due to its educational and recreational value. The greenery around the dam increases significantly after the rains in August and September, turning the entire landscape into a lush paradise. The dam also plays a crucial role in maintaining the groundwater levels of the district. Its presence has transformed the local economy by enabling multi-crop farming.

General information

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    Ideal Duration:

    Duration: 3 to 4 Hours.
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    Place Type:

    Category: Eco-Tourism / Picnic Spot.
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    Entry Fees:

    Nominal Fee: Sometimes a small parking or entry fee of 10-20 INR is collected by local committees.

    Boating: Variable rates based on duration. ...
    Nominal Fee: Sometimes a small parking or entry fee of 10-20 INR is collected by local committees.

    Boating: Variable rates based on duration.
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    Timing:

    Regular Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

    Ideal Visit: Mid-day for picnics or early morning for photography. ...
    Regular Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

    Ideal Visit: Mid-day for picnics or early morning for photography.
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    Special Events:

    New Year Picnic: A month-long festive atmosphere throughout January.

    Fishing Festival: Local community fishing events during the post-monsoon season. ...
    New Year Picnic: A month-long festive atmosphere throughout January.

    Fishing Festival: Local community fishing events during the post-monsoon season.
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    Best Photo Spots:

    The Dam Top: For a symmetrical view of the water and the spillway.

    The Shoreline: Perfect for capturing the reflection of the hills. ...
    The Dam Top: For a symmetrical view of the water and the spillway.

    The Shoreline: Perfect for capturing the reflection of the hills.

Photo Gallery

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Things To Do

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    Boating: Take a boat out into the vast reservoir.

    Picnic: Set up a spot with family for a day-long outing.

    Fishing: Try your hand at local fishing techniques.

    Photography: Capture the massive dam gates and the water spray.

    Nature

    Photography:
    Photograph the lush green hills surrounding the water.

    Swimming: Only in designated safe areas during the summer.

    Bird Watching: Observe the diverse avian life attracted to the reservoir. ...
    Boating: Take a boat out into the vast reservoir.

    Picnic: Set up a spot with family for a day-long outing.

    Fishing: Try your hand at local fishing techniques.

    Photography: Capture the massive dam gates and the water spray.

    Nature

    Photography:
    Photograph the lush green hills surrounding the water.

    Swimming: Only in designated safe areas during the summer.

    Bird Watching: Observe the diverse avian life attracted to the reservoir.

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    Why Famous:

    Picnic Destination: It is the most popular winter picnic spot for locals and tourists from nearby districts.

    Water Resource: The dam is famous for its role in the "Green Revolution" of the Bhandra block, providing irrigation. ...
    Picnic Destination: It is the most popular winter picnic spot for locals and tourists from nearby districts.

    Water Resource: The dam is famous for its role in the "Green Revolution" of the Bhandra block, providing irrigation.
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    Architecture:

    Hydraulic Engineering: Bhandra Dam is a gravity dam constructed using stone masonry and concrete. The dam wall stands approximately 25 meters high with a length of over 150 meters. It features multiple radial gates for water discharge.

    Reservo...
    Hydraulic Engineering: Bhandra Dam is a gravity dam constructed using stone masonry and concrete. The dam wall stands approximately 25 meters high with a length of over 150 meters. It features multiple radial gates for water discharge.

    Reservoir Design: The catchment area extends over several hectares, creating a massive artificial lake. The spillway is designed to handle high-pressure flow during peak monsoon seasons, showcasing robust structural integrity.
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    How To Reach:

    By Air: Ranchi Airport (90 KMS).

    By Train: Lohardaga Railway Station (22 KMS).

    By Road: Via NH-43 and local Bhandra roads.

    By Local Transport: Regular bus service and shared...
    By Air: Ranchi Airport (90 KMS).

    By Train: Lohardaga Railway Station (22 KMS).

    By Road: Via NH-43 and local Bhandra roads.

    By Local Transport: Regular bus service and shared autos from Lohardaga.
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    Weather and Best Time to Visit:

    Seasons: Winter (December to January) for picnics.

    Time of Day: Full day outing from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. ...
    Seasons: Winter (December to January) for picnics.

    Time of Day: Full day outing from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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    Near Tourist Places:

    1. Lohardaga Town (22 KMS) 2. Akhileshwar Dham (20 KMS) 3. Khakparta Temple (15 KMS) 4. Ajay Park (21 KMS) 5. Bara Talab (22 KMS) 6. Bagru Hills (40 KMS) 7. Ranchi (55 KMS) 8. Senha Block (25 KMS) 9. Nandini Dam (15 KMS) 10. Patratu Valley (80 KMS)

Tourism Tips

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    Safety: Watch children near the water.

    Packing: Bring picnic mats and food.

    Connectivity: Moderate signal strength.

    Cash: Carry enough cash for local boating and snacks. ...
    Safety: Watch children near the water.

    Packing: Bring picnic mats and food.

    Connectivity: Moderate signal strength.

    Cash: Carry enough cash for local boating and snacks.

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