About Banasura Dam
The Banasura Sagar Dam is a gravity dam on the Karamanathodu River in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India. It is the largest earthen dam in India. The dam is named after the demon king Banasura. The dam was completed in 2001. It has a height of 205 m (673 ft) and a length of 1,708 m (5,599 ft). The reservoir has a capacity of 2,391 million cubic metres (3.3×109 cu yd). The Banasura Sagar Dam is a tourist attraction. It is also a popular spot for fishing.FAQ's on Banasura Dam
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Attractions
There are a few attractions near the Banasura Dam. These include the Banasura Hill temple, the Karthikeya temple, and the Banasura Sagar Dam.
More Details about the Banasura Dam
The Banasura Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Karamanathodu River in Wayanad district of Kerala, India. It is the largest earthen dam in India. The dam was completed in 1979 and has a capacity of 1,920 million cubic metres. It supports a power station with an installed capacity of 165 MW. The dam is named after Banasura, a mythological king of the Daityas.
Banasura Hill Resort
Banasura Hill Resort is located in Vythiri, Kerala, India.
Best Time To Visit Banasura Dam
The best time to visit Banasura Dam is from September to February.
Stay Near Banasura Dam
There are no accommodation options near Banasura Dam. However, there are plenty of options available in Vythiri, which is about 25 km away from the dam.
How To Reach Banasura Dam
Banasura Dam is located in Vythiri taluk of Wayanad district in Kerala. It is well connected by road to other parts of Kerala. The nearest railway station is Kozhikode railway station and the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport.
