TILAIYA DAM
Kanti, Koderma, Jharkhand, India
Established in the year of 1953 at Tilaiya, Tilaiya Dam is built over the River Barakar. Constructed by the Damodar Valley Corporation, it is the first hydro electric power station and has a beautiful reservoir of 36 Sq.km. area and is 99 feet high and 1200 feet long. Tilaiya Dam was the first of the four multi purpose dams included in the first phase of the Damodar Valley Corporation. It was constructed across the Barakar River, at Tilaiya in Koderma district in the Indian state of Jharkhand and opened in 1953.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
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 | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Barhi Bus Stand |
19 KM | 18003456538 |
 Urwan Railway Station |
10 KM | 139 |
 Gaya Airport |
105 KM | 916312210129 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Kanti | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
CHHINNAMASTA TEMPLE
This temple was constructed in Tantric style of architecture
BHADRAKALI MANDIR
Temple was built in 7th century A.D. by Raja Mahendra Pal of the Pala Dynasty
Nearest Attractions
WildlifeHAZARIBAGH WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
At an average altitude of 615 metres (2,018 ft)
FortBADAM FORT
The ruins of the fort stand today on the banks of the Badami River
DamTILAIYA DAM
First dam was built across the Barakar River at Tilaiya,inaugurated in 1953
WaterfallsRAJRAPPA WATERFALLS
Falling from a height of 9.1 metres (30 ft)
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