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Sudhamalli Reservoir
An earthen irrigation dam in Udayarpalayam taluk with a bund about 5 km long and a maximum height of roughly 7 metres, fed as part of the Marudaiyaru basin system. It supplies irrigation to surrounding farmland in a largely agricultural district. The reservoir and its long bund make for a quiet local waterscape.
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Plan Sudhamalli Reservoir
Typeheritage
Nearest baseKargudy
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKargudy
DistrictAriyalur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An earthen irrigation dam in Udayarpalayam taluk with a bund about 5 km long and a maximum height of roughly 7 metres, fed as part of the Marudaiyaru basin system. It supplies irrigation to surrounding farmland in a largely agricultural district. The reservoir and its long bund make for a quiet local waterscape.
Sudhamalli Reservoir is planned from Kargudy, one of the travel bases in Ariyalur district. Use Kargudy for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sudhamalli Reservoir — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours; open access
Best timeOctober to March (cooler, drier weather)
Entry: Free
Getting there: Near Kargudy village in Udayarpalayam taluk, about 25 km from Ariyalur town; nearest railway station Ariyalur (~25 km) or Jayankondam (~20 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~65 km.
A rural irrigation reservoir with no formal visitor facilities; best seen after the monsoon when water levels are high.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kargudy or nearby in Ariyalur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Sudhamalli Reservoir — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sudhamalli Reservoir?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sudhamalli Reservoir?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours; open access. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sudhamalli Reservoir?
Base yourself in Kargudy or nearby in Ariyalur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Sudhamalli Reservoir?
About an hour.
What else is near Sudhamalli Reservoir?
Nearby you can pair Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kuruvalapparkovil (10.7 km), Udayarpalayam (13.2 km), Kamarasavalli Karkodeswarar Temple (15.2 km), Periyathirukkonam Shiva Temple (15.5 km).
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