Parichha | |
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  Parichha Location in Uttar Pradesh, India  Parichha Parichha (India) | |
| Coordinates: 25°31′N 78°45′E / 25.52°N 78.75°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| District | Jhansi |
| Elevation | 213 m (699 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 6,849 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Vehicle registration | UP 93 |
| Website | up |
Parichha is a census town in Jhansi district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is located on Jhansi-Kanpur highway on the bank of Betwa River.
Parichha is located at 25°31′N 78°45′E / 25.52°N 78.75°E.[1] It has an average elevation of 213 metres (698 feet).
Parichha Dam is located on Betwa river, approximately 25 km from the city. It has a reservoir whose placid waters reach up to Notghat Bridge, located 34 km from Jhansi. The dam is a major destination for water sports, especially for those who love boating.
Parichha Power houses a 1140 MW coal based power station. Workers of Parichha Thermal Power Plant stay in Parichha Colony.