MUKUTMANIPUR DAM
Mukutmanipur, Bankura, West Bengal, India
The Mukutmanipur Dam is a dam in Khatra subdivision of Bankura district in the state of West Bengal, India. The Kangsabati river rises from the chota Nagpur plateau in West Bengal and passes through the districts of Purulia, Bankura and Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal before draining in the Bay of Bengal, 2 Kilometres from Mukutmonipur. It is the second largest earthen dam in India. The road over the dam is 11 Kilometres in length. In the middle, there is a small hillock called Paresnath hill where several statues of Jain and Hindu deities are kept in the open air. These statues are recovered during digging while the dam was built. There is another Jain statue lying at the bottom of the Pareshnath hill.
Suggested time duration
3 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Khatra Bus Stand |
7.6 KM | 94119143340 |
 Anchuri Railway Station |
53.4 KM | 139 |
 Burnpur Airport |
109 KM | 03412723460 |
What to Carry
- Water Bottles and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Mukutmanipur | 3.5 KM |
Nearest Temples
MALLESWAR TEMPLE
Temple was built in 1622 by Mallaraj Bir Singh Malla Dynasty
JOR BANGLA TEMPLE
Ornately carved terracotta Hindu temple constructed in the 17th century
KALACHAND TEMPLE
Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna, this is the oldest of the laterite structures in Bishnupur
Nearest Attractions
FortBISHNUPUR FORT
The structures was built with burnt bricks
Hill StationSUSUNIA HILL STATION
The Susunia hill is most famous for trekking and hiking
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