Shanigaram Reservoir, dam in Shanigaram Village, Karimnagar district, Telangana, India
Shanigaram Reservoir is a large water storage facility near Siddipet in Telangana built to irrigate farmland and manage the region's water resources. The earthen dam stands about 16 meters high and stretches nearly 900 meters across the river valley, with a capacity exceeding one billion gallons of water.
The reservoir was constructed in 1891 during the Nizam's reign and ranks among the oldest in the region. The dam was part of early irrigation development in Telangana and helped farming communities survive droughts for generations.
The name Shanigaram derives from Sanskrit, referring to a celestial body. The reservoir remains woven into daily village routines, with local farmers depending on its waters and viewing it as a vital link to the land and their agricultural traditions.
The reservoir sits roughly 25 kilometers from Siddipet and 125 kilometers from Hyderabad, accessible via a well-maintained highway. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, reaching their highest during monsoon rains and dropping noticeably in dry months.
An old temple dedicated to Bhimeswara, a form of Lord Shiva, stands beneath a large ancient tree near the dam, featuring a detailed mandapa structure with carved pillars. Abandoned stone deity sculptures lie scattered nearby, telling a story of religious heritage that has roots stretching back centuries in this place.
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