Waghur Dam is an earthfill dam on the Waghur River located near **Raipur village in Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It’s not in Hingoli but is a notable water-body and scenic destination in North Maharashtra — often visited for picnics, relaxed drives, and sunset views.
Waghur Dam is an earthfill dam constructed on the Waghur River in Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.It is located near Raipur Village, approximately 20 km from Jalgaon city. The dam was built primarily for irrigation and drinking water supply, supporting around 500,000 people and irrigating about 64,000 acres of drought-prone land.
Height: 13.6 m (45 ft)
Length: 690 m (2,260 ft)
Storage Capacity: 8.5 TMC (as of 2008), with plans to increase by 1.5 TMC
Surface Area: 467 km²
Coordinates: 20°55′36″N 75°42′35″E
The dam lies in the Khandesh region, with the Ajanta Caves situated along the river's banks.It is also a developing tourist spot, popular for picnics, boating, and enjoying serene views of water and greenery.The surrounding backwaters host nature retreats like Backwoods Emerald, offering cottages and island stays.
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