Overview
Mukutmanipur is a small town in Bankura district famous for the Kangsabati Dam, India's second-largest earthen dam. The surrounding landscape features undulating terrain, green forests, and a vast blue reservoir that reflects the sky like a glass mirror.
Day Trips · Nature
Before you go
Activities
Dam passes are free and issued 10AM-4PM. Ferry to island costs ₹25-30. Boat rides at Ferry Ghat range ₹50-200/hour.
Money
Local hotels and eateries accept cash. Carry Indian Rupees as card infrastructure is limited in this small town.
Transport
Regular buses connect Mukutmanipur with Bankura (55 km) and Kolkata (250 km). Train to Bankura first for most efficient route from Kolkata.
Weather
Best visited October-March. Winter ferry services run every 4 hours. Summer can be hot and humid.