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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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Typedam
Nearest baseKalvarayan Hills
DistrictKallakurichi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→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.
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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Today at Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
Sunrise6:05 am
Sunset6:26 pm
Golden hour best light5:26 pm–6:26 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:26 pm–6:51 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
South-west monsoon. June to September brings heavy rain to Tamil Nadu. Trails, falls and ghat roads can be slippery, swollen or closed at short notice, and forest departments sometimes suspend access. Check locally on the day before you travel.
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Top experiences around Kalvarayan Hills
One more place around Kalvarayan Hills worth a day of its own.
waterfallKaviyam Falls
4.7 km · ~12 min by auto
Kaviyam Falls is one of the noted waterfalls of the Kalvarayan Hills, alongside Megam and Periyar falls, located near Thoradipattu panchayat. The cascade is surrounded by the dense greenery of the Eastern Ghats and is a refreshing spot for visitors and trekkers exploring the hills.
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Pappanayakkanpatti Dam — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timePost-monsoon, October-January
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
In the Kalvarayan Hills, reached via Sankarapuram; nearest railway Vriddhachalam Junction (~55 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~110 km or Chennai (MAA) ~230 km.
Getting around Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Pappanayakkanpatti Dam
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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.
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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