PONMUDI DAM
Ponmudi, Idukki, Kerala, India
The Ponmudi Dam, within the Idukki district, state of Kerala, India, is a hydroelectric undertaking built across the Panniar River, a tributary of the Periyar River which is the longest river in Kerala. Built in 1963, it has a period of 294 metres. The hydropower aspect of the dam has an mounted capacity of 30 MW with company strength of 17 MW, generating 158 GWH annually. The dam, located close to Munnar on the Panniar River within the Periyar River valley in Kerala, is part of the basin of the West flowing rivers of the Tadri to Kanyakumari.
Suggested time duration
2 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
April to July
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
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Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Rajakad Bus Station |
5.7 KM | 0471-2471011 |
 Ettumanur Railway Station |
103 KM | 139 |
 Cochin International Airport |
94.5 KM | 0484-2610115 |
What to Carry
- Take Water Bottles & Snacks.
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars.
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Konnathady | 3 KM |
Nearest Temples
MAHADEVA TEMPLE
Pandavas and the sage Vyasa worshipped the Lord here
THRICKODITHANAM MAHA VISHNU TEMPLE
Temple is also counted among the 108 Celestial Abodes of Lord Vishnu
THALIYIL MAHADEVA TEMPLE
The Siva linga at the temple is only 3 feet tall
SREE VALLABHA TEMPLE
Temple is located on the banks of the river Manimala
THRIKKAKUDI ROCK CUT CAVE TEMPLE
This rough hewn temple is one of the earliest specimens of stone sculpture in Kerala
SRI MULLAKKAL RAJARAJESWARI TEMPLE
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of Knowledge
SREE KRISHNA TEMPLE
It is also famed as Dwaraka of the South
MALAYALAPPUZHA BHAGAVATHY TEMPLE
It is believed that the temple was built more than 1000 years ago
Nearest Attractions
MuseumTEA MUSEUM
Tata Tea established this Tea Museum in 2005
TrekkingRAMAKALAMEDU TREKKING
One of the most scenic hill station at an height of 3,500 ft
CavesPANDAVAN ROCK CAVE
Place takes the name from the legendary Pandavas
WaterfallsTHOMMANKUTHU WATERFALLS
Seven step waterfall and a premier adventure location
BeachALAPPUZHA BEACH
It has an ancient pier that is at least 140 years old
WildlifeTHATTEKAD BIRD WLS
A low land forest flocked by more than 500 bird species
Hill StationVAGAMON HILL STATION
Enchanted with gardens and beautiful meadows
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