PARICHHA DAM

PARICHHA DAM

Parichha Dam was constructed during the time of the British between 1881 to 1886 CE. The total length of the dam is 1174.6 m and height is 16.77 m. The dam is built on the Betwa River near Parichha town, which is about 25 km from Jhansi on the Jhansi-Kanpur National Highway No. 25. It is a manmade reservoir, a placid stretch of water that stretches to Notghat Bridge, 34 km away from Jhansi.

Parichha Dam is the main source of water for drinking and agricultural purposes for Jhansi. The dam also has a Thermal power station which generates 1149 MW power. This place is ideal for water sports especially boating and fishing activities. It also offers great scenic view of the surroundings.