Have you ever heard of Beesalpur village? I’m guessing not too often. Beesalpur is famous for its Bisalpur dam, which provides water to several regions of Rajasthan, India. Because of this, it attracted people’s attention, and as a result, it became a tourist destination. Tourists just look for top places to visit in Beesalpur near Bisalpur Dam and get into their vehicle(s).
Even though Beesalpur is a tiny village, the village landscape never fails to make you take a long, deep breath. Doesn’t it seem like a pleasant drive as you travel over its road filled with mountains on the left side and river on the right? That is how this village draws people. 😉
About Rajasthan’s Beesalpur
Beesalpur, what’s this? A city, a town or a village? Beesalpur (casually Bisalpur) is a village in Todaraisingh tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India. Beesalpur was also earlier known as Vigrahapura. The village of Beesalpur was established by the Chahamana king Vigraharaja IV alias Visala or Bisal Deo.
It hasn’t been long since Beesalpur captured the interest of people (particularly Rajasthanis). However, few people are familiar with this location or its history. What attracted people to Beesalpur? Well, the Village became a tourist place due to its Bisalpur Dam. The Bisalpur dam reservoir provides irrigation water to the districts of Sawai Madhopur and Tonk. It also provides drinking water to the districts of Ajmer, Jaipur, and Tonk. The reservoir has been nicknamed the state capital Jaipur‘s lifeline. Bisalpur now supplies water to around half of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation’s territories.
How to Reach Bisalpur Dam Village?
Beesalpur, Deoli, Tonk, Rajasthan, India
By Air: Beesalpur‘s nearest airport is Agra Air Force Station situated at 14.8 km distance. A few more airports around Beesalpur are as follows.
By Train: The nearest railway station to Beesalpur is Bichpuri which is located around 15.8 km distance. The following table shows other railway stations and their distance from Mamakudi.
By Road: In my opinion, the best way to reach Bisalpur Dam is by your vehicle through the road. Road connectivity of the village is good enough. Also, because there are few places to visit in Beesalpur near Bisalpur Dam, a long drive with your partner, friends or family will be a good option.
Best Time to Visit Bisalpur Dam
Summer (March-June): The summer season in Rajasthan is too hot, sweat-calling, and unsuitable for travel. Usually, Beesalpurr’s air temperature remains between 20-39 degrees Celsius. I will suggest you look towards the monsoon and winter seasons for your trip 🙂
NOTE: In case you want to travel during summer, don’t forget to pack caps, sunscreen, and lightweight clothes.
Monsoon (July-October): The good time to visit Bisalpur Dam is during the refreshing green season; monsoon. The air temperature will be 21-34 degrees Celsius. Beesalpur receives maximum rain from July-August. If you want to avoid rain, the months like September and October are the best.
NOTE: Pack an umbrella, raincoat, and necessary things to protect yourself and your gadgets from rainwater.
Winter (November-February): The best time to visit Bisalpur Dam is during the chill season. The air temperature will be from 10-27 degrees Celsius. The weather will be soothing, cool, and inviting. Undoubtedly, this will be the best time to explore this small village; Beesalpur.
NOTE: The best time to visit Beesalpur is from September to November (both the monsoon and winter seasons). During this time, you can go to Bisalpur Dam sightseeing as well as the surroundings will be beautiful and green.
Top Places To Visit In Beesalpur Near Bisalpur Dam
Being a small village with a 4000+ population doesn’t offer much but natural beauty. Beesalpur has beautiful roads surrounded by mountains and rivers, temples and picnic spots. The important thing that everyone needs and wants nowadays; peace, is available here! You can sit here watching the water move, go boating to feel the water or go picnic with the family.
The top and popular places to visit in Beesalpur near Bisalpur Dam mentioned in travellingortraveling blog are Mini Goa, Fish Aquarium, Bisal Dev Mandir, Goukarn Mahadev Temple, and Bisalpur Dam.
#1 Mini Goa
Nature lovers love Bessalpur village due to the peaceful water, mountains and less population of the village. Mini Goa is a spot near the river which is great for camping, family picnic or just sitting here and staring at the water.
#2 Fish aquarium
The fish aquarium is one of the top places to visit in Beesalpur near Bisalpur dam. On the premises, you will find some adventure activities, this fish aquarium and a restaurant with a good spot for photography. It’s worth giving this place a visit. Many people say that the place is a bit expensive so, it’s completely your choice.
#3 Bisal Dev Mandir
The Hindu temple Bisal Dev Mandir is also known as Bisal Deo temple or Bisal Deoji’s temple. Bisal Dev Mandir for sure is one of the top places to visit in Beesalpur near Bisalpur Dam. Vigraharaja IV, commonly known as Bisal Deo, the 12th-century Chahamana king, constructed it. The temple rocks and walls are detailed with ancient architecture. The presence of night lights and lasers makes the night display spectacular across the Dam and temple.
Bisal Dev Mandir has been recognised as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India. The temple has also been repaired by the organisation. Prior to the dam’s construction in the 1990s, the temple was on top of a hill overlooking the confluence of the Banas and Dai rivers. Now, the temple’s courtyard is partially submerged when the water level in the Bisalpur Dam reservoir gets high.
#4 Goukarn Mahadev Temple
The Hindu temple Goukarn Mahadev devotes itself to Lord Shiva. The temple sits on the Bisalpur Dam’s side hill. It is yet another location with a stunning view over the dam. The temple’s surroundings get stunning during and after the rainy season and you can see waterfalls from the mountain. Shivratri is marked by a large festival, which devotees appreciate and enjoy. Since the construction of the Bisalpur Dam, a considerable number of visitors have begun to visit the temple.
#5 Bisalpur Dam
Last but not least, the Bisalpur Dam, a place which made Beesalpur popular. The Bisalpur Dam on the Banas River is a gravity dam. The dam’s construction was finished in 1999 for agricultural and water supply purposes. The Bisalpur dam reservoir provides irrigation water to numerous areas of Rajasthan (Sawai Madhopur and Tonk districts, Ajmer and Jaipur).
A 15-wagon railway carrying 2.5 million litres of water transports drinking water from Nasirabad in Ajmer district to Bhilwara district. The reservoir has been titled the state capital Jaipur‘s lifeline. Bisalpur now supplies water to around half of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation’s territories.
My curious and adventurous explorers you may find other small places to travel in Beesapur. The ones in this article are the top and most popular places to visit in Beesalpur near Bisalpur Dam. I went there for a day and liked it there so, decided to share it with you all. Hope, you loved the article and got the answers to your queries 😀
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What is the history of Bisalpur dam?
Beesalpur (casually Bisalpur) is a village in Todaraisingh tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India. Bisalpur Dam is in Beesalpur on the Banas River and provides irrigation water to numerous areas of Rajasthan. The construction of the Bisalpur Dam was completed in 1999 by the Rajasthan State government. For better information about the history of the Bisalpur Dam click here.
What is Beesalpur famous for?
Beesalpur became a tourist place due to its Bisalpur Dam. The Bisalpur Dam provides irrigation water to numerous areas of Rajasthan. This reservoir also has been nicknamed the state capital Jaipur's lifeline. Bisalpur now supplies water to around half of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation's territories.
How old is Bisalpur dam?
The construction of the Bisalpur Dam was completed in 1999. Hence, the age of the Bisalpur Dam is 24 years (in 2023).