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The
resort sites at Bekal
Resort
Site 1 (RS 1)
  
This rich tapestry of coconut groves and paddy fields with
meandering waterways also offers a beautiful view of the
sea. A short ride along the backwater takes you to the
beach. A small plot with direct access to secluded beach
comes as a package with this site.
Location:
Coastal site adjacent to the backwaters of Chithari, with
nearby beachAccess:
Developed road leads to NH 17, about 2 km away
Area:
12.9364 hectares
Elevation
above mean sea level
: Very low. From ½ ft. (0.15 m) in the marshy areas to 2
ft. (0.6 m) in the coconut grove
Geology/
Soil
: Sandy soil with no visible presence of bedrock
Topography
: Generally flat with one higher terrace with a coconut
grove. Rest of the site consists of low terrace networked by
medium sized water channels.
Hydrology
: Groundwater table is very close to surface. Flowing water
in open earthern channels indicates that these are
hydrological part of the backwater.
Vegetation
:
Mostly coconut groves. Marsh grass covers the open swampy
areas.
Backwater
edge
: Marshy in some areas. Earthern embankment in others.
Fauna
: Several species of birds inhabit the marshy areas. Kites,
eagles, kingfishers and storks indicate the presence of fish
and other aquatic creatures - a complete eco system.
View
: Good view of the backwater
Beach
access
: The beach nearby is accessible by boat and from the plot.
Resort
Site 2
(RS 2)
  
Sandwiched between the backwaters and the beach,
this exotic resort site is a vast expanse of paddy fields
and coconut groves.
Location
: Coastal site adjacent to a large backwater stretch
Access
: Well developed road leads to NH 17, about ½ km away.
Area
:
18.4884 hectares
Elevation
above mean sea level
: Low. From 2 ft. (0.6 m) near the backwater to 5 ft. (1.5
m) in the elevated terrace areas.
Geology/Soil
: Sand, mixed soil in elevated areas
Topography
: Generally flat with some elevated terrace areas
Hydrology
: Groundwater table is close to the surface, probably an
inclined plane sloping from inland towards the backwater.
Vegetation
: Mostly open fields with coconut trees in clumps and
hedge-rows and some mixed planting
Backwater
edge
: A continuous earthen embankment
Fauna
: Presence of seasonally wet areas attracts birds
View
: Good view of the backwater and beach
Beach
access
: Direct access from the property
Resort
Site 4 (RS 4)
  
This
unique plot takes the shape of a triangular peninsula
embraced by two arms of a backwater stretch. Even though you
cannot see the beach from here, you can access it by boat
through the backwater. A small plot with direct access to
the beach comes as a package with this resort site, from
where it is accessible through the backwater from the main
resort site.
Location:
Coastal site. A triangular peninsula within inside two arms
of a large backwater stretch.
Access
: A well developed road leads to NH 17 about 1 ½ km away.
Area
: 11.9735 hectares + 1.262 hectares (small plot); Total =
12.2355 hectares.
Elevation
above mean sea level
: Low. From 1 ft. (0.3 m), in the marshy backwater edge to 6
ft. (1.8 m) in the inland terrace areas.
Geology/Soil
: Sand mixed soil in the inland areas
Topography
: Generally flat with raised inland terrace areas
Hydrology
:
Groundwater table close to the surface matches
backwater
level
Vegetation
: Mostly open fields with coconut groves and mixed planting
Backwater
edge
: Wild marsh observed in most areas including the tip of the
peninsula. Possibly an earthen embankment in other areas.
Fauna
: Marsh edges harbour aquatic bio-diversity
View
: Excellent backwater views from three sides
Beach
access
: The beach at a short distance is accessible by boat
through the backwater or by road.
Resort
Site 5 (RS 5)
  
A
lovely backwater stretch on one side, a vast expanse of
beach on the other, a large rocky outcrop jutting out into
the sea, elevated landscapes. This singular plot will offer
a curious mix of diverse wonderful experiences. Covered with
mangrove coves and paddy fields, the resort site with an
area of 11.9735 hectares has direct access to the beach.
Location
:
Beachfront site with three topographic sections:
1. low dune areas next to the beach and backwater and higher
flat, builtable areas
2. a rocky promontory next to the beach
3. a paddy field/mangrove across the backwater
Access
: Good road leads to NH 17, about 1.250 km away
Area
: 11.9735 hectares
Elevation
above mean sea level
: Varies widely from 1-3 ft. (0.3-0.9 m) in low areas behind
the primary dune, and 6 ft. (1.8 m) or more in inland areas
behind the backwaters. The rocky promontory is at least
40-60 ft. (15-20 m) high.
Geology/Soil
: Sand, possibly mixed soil in elevated areas. The higher
areas may be non-laterite rock or this may even be the
tertiary dune. The promontory is solid laterite rock typical
of the headland.
Topography
: Flat higher areas, lower areas sloping to the backwater,
undulating dune areas
Hydrology
: Groundwater table close to the surface
Vegetation
: Mostly coconut groves, mangroves and aquatic planting
around parts of backwater, and dune vegetation on primary
dune
Backwater
edge
: Natural slopes and earthen embankments
Fauna
: Mangrove/aquatic planting harbour aquatic bio-diversity
Views
: Direct view of the sea. Views from the higher terraces
with coconut grove towards the backwater.
Beach
access
: Direct pedestrian access across dunes
Resort
Site 6 (RS 6)
  
Sprawled
lazily on the backwaters, this stretch of coconut groves
offers a breathtaking view of the bay nearby. A cruise along
the estuary takes you to the beach.
Location
: Beachfront site adjacent to a medium sized backwater body
Access
: Well developed road leads to NH 17, about
3 km away
Area
: 10.3479 hectares
Elevation
above mean sea level
: Varies from 1-2 ft. (0.3-0.6 m) near backwaters to 5 ft.
(1.5 m) or more in inland paddy field areas.
Geology/Soil
: Sand, mixed soil in elevated areas
Topography
: Lower terraces adjacent to water with flat high terraced
inland.
Hydrology
: Groundwater table close to the surface. Backwater almost
divides low dune area from higher terrace.
Vegetation
: Mostly coconut groves. Paddy field areas on the inland
terrace.
Backwater
edge
: Earthen embankments
Fauna
: Cranes and other local birds, sea gulls at the lagoon
region
View
: Good views of the backwater and beach
Beach
access
: Beach at a short distance. Access by boat through the
backwaters.
Resort
Site 7 (RS 7)
  
This
stunning property is flanked by the backwaters and the
beach, and has direct access to the bay. Though most of it
is covered by coconut groves, the plot has hilly terrains
rising 40-50 m above sea level. The hill tops offer a
picturesque view of the bay.
Location
: Coastal site with complex topography. Hilly terrain
adjacent to medium sized backwater body with direct beach
access.
Access
: Well developed road leads to NH 17, about
3 km away.
Area
: 12.8503 hectares
Elevation
above mean sea level
: Varies widely from 1-23 ft. (0.3-0.6 m) near the backwater
to 120-150 ft. (40-50 m) on the top of the hill.
Geology/Soil
: Hill consists of solid laterite rock exposed in places,
with pockets of soil in cultivated areas. Sand in lower
paddy fields, possibly with mixed soil in cultivated areas.
Topography:
Convex hill, gently sloping top, sides sloping down at 30o
to flat
lower terraces.
Hydrology
: Groundwater table close to the surface in low fields. At
least 60 ft. (20 m) below surface on top of the hill.
Vegetation
: Coconut groves on lower terraces. Moderate tree cover
(less saline tolerant) and high grass on hill slopes,
shorter grass and scrub on hill top and sandalwood plants on
the hill. Casuarina trees at the backdrop of the beach.
Backwater
edge:
Earthen embankment
Fauna:
Mixed vegetation and high grass on hill slopes probably
harbour a moderate amount of bio-diversity in niche habitat
to fauna. Cranes are seen in the backwater area. Sea gulls
are seen in the lagoon portion.
Views
: Direct view of the sea. Views from the higher terraces
with coconut groves towards the backwater.
Beach access:
Direct pedestrian access across dunes.
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