Parichha Dam

Parichha Dam is a historic dam and reservoir on the Betwa River at Parichha, about 25 km south of Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh. Built between 1881 and 1886 during the British period, it provides irrigation and hydroelectric power. The dam creates a large reservoir surrounded by open landscape, attracting visitors for scenic views, photography and boating. It is a popular day-trip and picnic spot from Jhansi, especially during monsoon and winter when water levels are high.

Visitors can expect a large masonry dam wall across the Betwa River forming an extensive reservoir with open water, embankments and surrounding flat Bundelkhand landscape. The site offers panoramic water views, a bridge and spillway area, and open banks used for sightseeing, photography and picnics. Seasonal boating is available near the reservoir. There are roadside viewpoints, small food stalls and parking areas. The environment is open and windy, with best views at sunrise and sunset.

Constructed between 1881 and 1886 across the Betwa River during British administration as a masonry gravity dam for irrigation. Later developed for hydroelectric power generation, it remains one of the older dams in the Bundelkhand region and continues to support irrigation and power supply in Jhansi district.

The dam and reservoir serve as a major local recreation and picnic site for residents of Jhansi and Parichha, particularly during winter and festive seasons, and is valued as a scenic water landscape in the Bundelkhand region.