Rannod Historic Stepped Tank (Khirkiya Baoli)
Historic ashlar-carved stepped tank constructed alongside the medieval monastic complex at Rannod
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🛣️ Distance & Exact Road Route Matrix
100% Road Distance| Starting Hub | Road Distance | Estimated Time | Transit Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Collectorate (GPS Geodesic) | 51 km (Straight-line) | Map Benchmark | Road ~62 km |
| Shivpuri Bus Stand | 62 km | Depends on route and traffic | Auto, E-rickshaw, Taxi, Private Car |
| Shivpuri Railway Station (SVPI) | 64 km | Depends on route and traffic | Station Taxi & Auto Stand |
| Court Road Office (Bharti Infotech) | 62 km | Depends on route and traffic | City E-rickshaw / Walking / Bike |
| Gwalior Airport (GWL) | 182 km | Depends on route | NH-46 4-lane National Highway |
| Jhansi Junction (VGLJ) | 156 km | Depends on route | NH-27 East-West Corridor |
🚗 Road Route Details: Road Distance: Approximately 62 km from Shivpuri via NH-46 to Kolaras, then following the paved Kolaras-Rannod route.
⚠️ Road Distance Disclaimer: Distances are catalog estimates, not independently verified routes. Road and straight-line distances differ. Confirm the visitor entrance and route before travel.
🚗 How to Reach (Air, Rail, Road & Local Transit)
✈️ Nearest Airport (By Air)
Gwalior Airport (GWL, 182 km).
🚆 Nearest Rail Hub (By Train)
Kolaras Railway Station (approx 38 km).
🛣️ Highway Road Access (By Road)
Direct buses and private taxis connect Rannod with Kolaras and Badarwas.
🛺 Local Transit Guidance
From the local tehsil bus stand or main highway junction, dedicated auto-rickshaws (minimum fare ₹50 to ₹100) and shared vehicles are available.
🏨 Nearby Hotels & Recommended Stays
✓ Verified Contacts & TariffsMPT Tourist Village, Shivpuri
📍 Near Bhadaiya Kund, Circular Road, Shivpuri
💰 ₹2,800 – ₹4,800
Serene natural ambiance, multi-cuisine restaurant, lush gardens, near Bhadaiya Kund
Hotel Sonchiraiya (MPT Associate)
📍 Circular Road, Shivpuri
💰 ₹2,200 – ₹3,800
Family rooms, AC cottages, conference lawn, near National Park bypass
Hotel Siya Glitz / Landmark
📍 A.B. Road / Jhansi Road, Shivpuri
💰 ₹1,800 – ₹3,200
Modern amenities, restaurant, close to Shivpuri Bus Stand and SVPI Station
📜 A to Z Verified History & Architecture
Era: Mattamayura Shaiva Siddhanta Era (10th-11th Century CE)This monumental stone stepwell in Rannod is an integral component of the medieval monastic landscape around Khokhai Math (N-MP-258). Historical inscriptions edited in Epigraphia Indica record that Shaiva acharya Vyomashiva constructed or renovated a major stepped reservoir alongside the monastery. Its precision dry-stone masonry reflects advanced medieval hydraulic engineering.
Key Historical Milestones:
- Historic stepped water body associated with the 10th-11th century Mattamayura monastery.
- Constructed of massive dressed Vindhyan sandstone blocks with monumental descending stairways.
- Directly referenced in academic studies of the classical Rannod stone inscription.
🙏 Living Folklore, Beliefs & Cultural Traditions
✨ Primary Local Legend & Belief:
Tradition narrates that this deep reservoir quenched the thirst of hundreds of Shaiva monks and scholars residing at the math.
🌸 Cultural & Social Significance:
A rare living testament to ancient water conservation and monastic architecture in central India.
🎪 Annual Festivals & Traditional Fairs:
- Regional Traditional Fair & Sacred Festivities
ℹ️ Visitor Practical Guide (Timings, Entry & Advisory)
🕒 Timings:
Sunrise to Sunset
🎟️ Entry Ticket:
Free Entry
🌤️ Best Season to Visit:
October to March for pleasant rural exploration.
⚠️ Safety Advice:
Exercise general visitor care and adhere to local sanctuary, temple, and site safety guidelines.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can one visit Rannod Stepwell by road?
Yes, it is directly accessible via the paved state road connecting Shivpuri, Kolaras, and Rannod.