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Dharoi Dam, Gujarat
Dharoi Dam, built across the Sabarmati River is situated in the Dharoi district of Gujarat.

Located at Dharoi in Sabarkantha District, the Dharoi Dam was built for supplying drinking water to urban areas such as Ahmedabad that is located 85 km away. Dharoi Dam was constructed across the Sabarmati River in 1973. The dam is also one of the tourist spots in the state, with Gadada Shamlaji another nearby tourist attraction. Dharoi Dam can be reached from Poshina, which is located about 45 km away.

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(Last Updated on : 22/05/2009)
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