What to expect
Pilavakkal Dam
Masonry dam on the Kovilar river near Watrap, comprising the Kovilar and Periyar dams surrounded by paddy fields. It is a popular picnic and children's play spot about 55 km from Virudhunagar.
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Plan Pilavakkal Dam
Typedam
Nearest baseSrivilliputhur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree (nominal parking charge may apply)
Nearest town/baseSrivilliputhur
DistrictVirudhunagar
Place typedam
Time neededAbout an hour.
Masonry dam on the Kovilar river near Watrap, comprising the Kovilar and Periyar dams surrounded by paddy fields. It is a popular picnic and children's play spot about 55 km from Virudhunagar.
Pilavakkal Dam is planned from Srivilliputhur, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Srivilliputhur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Pilavakkal Dam — at a glance
Timings9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free (nominal parking charge may apply)
Getting here
How to reach Pilavakkal Dam
Srivilliputhur railway station ~30 km via Watrap; nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~90 km
Has a small park and play area; the reservoir is fullest right after the northeast monsoon.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Srivilliputhur or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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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Pilavakkal Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pilavakkal Dam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pilavakkal Dam?
Entry: Free (nominal parking charge may apply). Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Pilavakkal Dam?
Base yourself in Srivilliputhur or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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 Pilavakkal Dam?
About an hour.
What else is near Pilavakkal Dam?
Nearby you can pair Sathuragiri Hills (Sundara Mahalingam Temple) (2.5 km), Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur) (10.0 km), Sanjeevi Hills (Sanjeevi Malai), Rajapalayam (19.9 km), Srivilliputhur Andal Temple (20.6 km).
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- Pilavakkal Dam:Paramatamil · CC BY 3.0