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Ponnaniyar Dam
An irrigation dam near Pooncholai village in the Kadavur hill region, roughly 60 km from Karur town. Surrounded by hills and greenery, it is promoted as a picnic spot and is especially attractive during the rainy season.
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Ponnaniyar Dam
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Plan Ponnaniyar Dam
Typedam
Nearest baseKadavur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKadavur
DistrictKarur
Place typedam
Time neededAbout an hour.
An irrigation dam near Pooncholai village in the Kadavur hill region, roughly 60 km from Karur town. Surrounded by hills and greenery, it is promoted as a picnic spot and is especially attractive during the rainy season.
Ponnaniyar Dam is planned from Kadavur, one of the travel bases in Karur district. Use Kadavur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Ponnaniyar Dam — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeRainy season and just after (August-January)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Ponnaniyar Dam
Near Pooncholai in the Kadavur hills, roughly 60 km from Karur; Kulithalai railway station is the nearest railhead; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~75 km or Coimbatore (CJB) ~120 km
Remote hill setting; carry your own supplies.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kadavur or nearby in Karur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Ponnaniyar Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ponnaniyar Dam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ponnaniyar Dam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Ponnaniyar Dam?
Base yourself in Kadavur or nearby in Karur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Ponnaniyar Dam?
About an hour.
What else is near Ponnaniyar Dam?
Nearby you can pair Kadavur Slender Loris Wildlife Sanctuary (7.2 km), Kadavur Vasantha Perumal Temple (15.4 km), Thogaimalai Murugan Temple (25.4 km), Thirukkanmaleeswarar Temple, Krishnarayapuram (31.3 km).
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