Dams in Karnataka-Kadra Dam

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Kadra Dam
About:
Kadra Dam is situated in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state in India. The dam is constructed across river Kalinadi. The dam was primarily built as hydroelectric project for supply of water to turbines of electric power generating station. The project was completed by KPCL. 35 kms from Karwar is the Kadra village, with the Kadra Dam over the Kali River , with a Hydro elecctric Power plant which produces 517.28 MU of electricity annually. From Sadashivgad (near Karwar), you need to take the route towards Belgaum. After traveling for nearly 30 km on this horrible road, you get to a place called Kadra. From here, you need to take the road towards Kodasalli dam. On this road, you encounter Kadra dam built across river Kali, which can be seen from the outside (unless you get permission from the authorities to get in). This road almost runs parallel to the backwaters of river Kali.
Location info:
Address:Uttar Kannada State.Near river Kalandi
District: Uttara Kannada District
Nearest City: Karwar
Best time to visit: Feburary
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Interesting things to do:
Can do boating in boats called puttu
Interesting things to Visit:
IslandsSit on the beach and take a chance to watch dozens of dolphins frolicking in the waters. Go on a round trip for several hours deep into the Arabian sea and look at several other islands like Kumaragarh, Oyster Rock, Anjudeep and Sanyasi.DevbaghThe Devbagh area is home to many tribal communities like the Halakki Vakkals. Many study groups have visited the tribal hamlets and have benefited by spending time at close quarters with these communities.
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How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Karwar railway station
Nearest Airport:Bangalore International Airport
Road Transport:From Sadashivgad (near Karwar), you need to take the route towards Belgaum.
Nearest Visiting places:
Karwar portKarwar townKarwar BeachBiligiri BeachOm BeachGokarna TempleDevkaar
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Near Belgaum.
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
Hotels and resort at karwarDevbagh Beach Resort hotel Karnataka
Things to carry:
Mineral Water , Clothes and food.
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Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:100
Nearest Hospital:Many hospitals at Karwar
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