Kanke Dam
कांके डैम
A large reservoir to the north of Ranchi, with walkways and footbridges along its shore, right next to the Rock Garden, popular with locals for relaxation.
Kanke Dam is the water supply reservoir north of Ranchi. Its broad waters wrap around Gonda Hill, and the lakeside has walking paths, small suspension bridges and viewing pavilions. It is good for a stroll and a sunset, and occasionally there are boat rides. It is right next to the Rock Garden, and the two are usually visited together. The scenery is fairly ordinary, so it suits visitors with plenty of time. Admission is free, and it is about 6 km from the city centre.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Rock Garden, Ranchi
- Tagore Hill
- Tribal Research Institute Museum
- Pahari Mandir
- Ranchi Lake (Bada Talab)
- Jagannath Temple, Ranchi
- Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park
- Patratu Valley