The short answer
Jakham Dam and Reservoir: what visitors should know first
A pleasant stop if you are already in the area, especially after the monsoon, but not a destination in itself. Go for the view, a picnic and sunset, not for facilities.
History and context
The story behind Jakham Dam and Reservoir
The foundation stone was laid on 14 May 1968 by Chief Minister Mohan Lal Sukhadia. The dam was completed in 1986 and the irrigation project in March 2000. It is about 253 m long with a 90 m spillway, and irrigates villages in the Dhariawad sub-division.
Useful facts
Jakham Dam and Reservoir facts at a glance
- Location
- Anooppura, Pratapgarh district
- Experience type
- Lakeside stop
- Known for
- Irrigation reservoir on the Jakham river
- Built
- Foundation 1968, dam completed 1986
- Length
- About 253 m
- Time or schedule
- Daylight hours
Why it matters
Why Jakham Dam and Reservoir is worth your time
Jakham is the main irrigation work of this part of southern Rajasthan and shapes the farming of villages in the Dhariawad area. Built on a tributary of the Mahi, it is a reminder that this corner of the state is wetter and greener than the desert image of Rajasthan suggests.
For visitors, its value is as a calm place to pause between the forest and the temples. It will not take much of your day, and it adds a different texture to a trip that is otherwise about shrines and forest.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
The embankment view
A level vantage over the reservoir and hills.
- 02
Monsoon green
Landscape and water level are best after the rains.
- 03
Winter birds
Look for waterbirds on the reservoir from November.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Plan Jakham as an easy half-hour stop on the road towards Dhariawad or Sita Mata, not as a standalone trip. The best time is late afternoon, when the light softens over the water and the surrounding hills.
Stand near the embankment for a view of the reservoir and the spillway. After a good monsoon, the water is high and the landscape green, while in the dry months the lake shrinks and the banks look bare. Carry your own water and snacks; there are no organised cafes.
Do not swim or wade, and keep children away from the edge. Birdlife on the water can be good in winter, so bring binoculars if you have them.
Plan with confidence
Small decisions that make the visit easier.
- Carry water and snacks
- Go in the late afternoon
- Do not swim or climb on structures
- Confirm road conditions in the monsoon
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Anooppura village, about 35 km from Pratapgarh and 32 km from Dhariawad
- Time needed
- 45 minutes to 1 hour
- Best time
- October to February, late afternoon
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- You can see the lake from near the road and the embankment is fairly level. There are few benches, no shade and basic toilets at best.
- Tickets and access
- No entry fee is published. Access to the dam top and gates may be restricted; follow the instructions of staff.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
You can see the lake from near the road and the embankment is fairly level. There are few benches, no shade and basic toilets at best.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is there an entry fee?
None is published. Follow staff instructions at the site.
Is it worth a special trip?
Not on its own. Combine it with Sita Mata or Dhariawad.
When was it built?
Foundation in 1968, dam completed in 1986.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
