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Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
Pappanayakkanpatti Dam is described as the largest dam in the Kalvarayan (Kalrayan) Hills area, with a height of about 52 feet. It holds monsoon runoff from the hills and is one of several dams and reservoirs that make the range a water source for the surrounding plains.
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Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
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Plan Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
Typedam
Nearest baseKalvarayan Hills
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKalvarayan Hills
DistrictKallakurichi
Place typedam
Time neededAbout an hour.
Pappanayakkanpatti Dam is described as the largest dam in the Kalvarayan (Kalrayan) Hills area, with a height of about 52 feet. It holds monsoon runoff from the hills and is one of several dams and reservoirs that make the range a water source for the surrounding plains.
Pappanayakkanpatti Dam is planned from Kalvarayan Hills, one of the travel bases in Kallakurichi district. Use Kalvarayan Hills for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Pappanayakkanpatti Dam — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timePost-monsoon, October-January
Entry: Free
Getting there: In the Kalvarayan Hills, reached via Sankarapuram; nearest railway Vriddhachalam Junction (~55 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~110 km or Chennai (MAA) ~230 km.
A remote hill reservoir with no visitor facilities; the reservoir is fullest just after the monsoon.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kalvarayan Hills or nearby in Kallakurichi, 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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Pappanayakkanpatti Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pappanayakkanpatti Dam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pappanayakkanpatti Dam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Pappanayakkanpatti Dam?
Base yourself in Kalvarayan Hills or nearby in Kallakurichi, 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 Pappanayakkanpatti Dam?
About an hour.
What else is near Pappanayakkanpatti Dam?
Nearby you can pair Kalvarayan Hills (Kalrayan Hills) (1.6 km), Megam Falls (3.3 km), Periyar Falls (Vellimalai) (4.2 km), Kaviyam Falls (4.7 km).
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