Sitaram Jaju Sagar Dam

Sitaram Jaju Sagar Dam, also known as Harkiakhal Dam, is a medium irrigation dam located near Harkiakhal village in Jawad tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. Built across the Gambhiri River, it creates a large reservoir used for irrigation and water supply. Surrounded by agricultural fields and low hills, the dam is noted for its scenic water spread, especially during monsoon and winter, and serves as a local picnic and sightseeing spot.

Visitors can expect a large earthen dam structure with a wide reservoir spread surrounded by open farmland and low hills. The site offers views of the water body, embankment and spillway area. There is open space along the reservoir edge for sightseeing, photography and picnicking. The environment is rural and quiet, with seasonal water levels highest after monsoon. Facilities are basic and the area is primarily visited for nature views and leisure.

Sitaram Jaju Sagar Dam is a medium irrigation project constructed across the Gambhiri River to provide irrigation and drinking water support in Neemuch district. It is named after Sitaram Jaju, a noted freedom fighter and social worker from the region. The project was developed by the Water Resources Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, to enhance agricultural productivity in Jawad and surrounding areas.