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Pentakota Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pentakota Lighthouse

Constructed in 1957, this stone lighthouse stands 18 meters tall with a focal height of 18 meters. Its cylindrical tower features distinctive horizontal black and white bands, topped by a red lantern dome. Located on the coast near Pentakota, it is situated about 12 km southeast of Tuni and 40 km north of Kakinada. The light emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. This structure serves to aid maritime traffic in the waters off India's eastern coastline.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides navigational aid along the eastern coast of India, helping vessels approach or depart from the port city of Kakinada and maintain safe passage in the Bay of Bengal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kakinada(26.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F0966
NGA No.
112-27016
ARLHS No.
IND051
Wikidata
Q51523977 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal black and white bands
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, painted with horizontal black and white bands; lantern dome painted red

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Sea Region
Pentakota, about 12 km southeast of Tuni and 40 km north of Kakinada
Latitude
17.2952°
Longitude
82.6184°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pentakota Lighthouse at night?+
Pentakota displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pentakota Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pentakota Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kakinada at 28.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Samalkot (29 NM WSW), Gangavaram (40.7 NM ENE), Vizagapatanam (42.5 NM ENE), Visakhapatnam (45.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pentakota Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pentakota Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Pentakota Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pentakota Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.