- Location: The Tungabhadra River is a significant peninsular river in southern India, primarily flowing through Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
- Tributary: It serves as a major tributary of the Krishna River.
- Cultural Significance: The river is considered sacred by Hindus and is mentioned in the Ramayana, where it is referred to as “Pampa.”
- Source: The name “Tungabhadra” is derived from two streams:
- Tunga: Approximately 147 km long.
- Bhadra: About 178 km long. These streams originate in the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats.
- Course: After merging near Shimoga in Karnataka, the river flows for about 531 km before joining the Krishna River at Sangamaleshwaram in Andhra Pradesh. The Krishna River ultimately empties into the Bay of Bengal.
- Geographical Details:
- The river traverses 382 km in Karnataka.
- It forms a boundary between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh for 58 km.
- It continues for an additional 91 km in Andhra Pradesh.
- Catchment Area: The total catchment area of the Tungabhadra River is 69,552 sq. km up to its confluence with the Krishna River.
- Monsoon Influence: The river’s flow is primarily influenced by the southwest monsoon.
- Major Tributaries:
- Varada River
- Hagari (Vedathy) River
- Dams and Reservoirs: Several dams and reservoirs have been constructed along the river, including:
- Tunga Anicut Dam
- Bhadra Dam
- Hemavathy Dam
- Tungabhadra Dam
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