11.-Urban water management - A case study in Bharmpur town, Ganjam Dist. Orissa

Abstract

Owing to its location for away from river course, Brahmapur Town faces water scarcity. Though water is being supplied from two sources, in summer, the situation becomes worse. Due to increase in population density, high standard of living, total water supply demand also increasing. So to mitigate such problems, additional source of water supply is very much essential for Brahmapur Town. Infact, the surrounding area of Brahmapur Town is rich in groundwater potential which can be exploited through proper structures. In addition to this. an irrigation project can be constructed which will supply sufficient water to the town. Besides to have a constant & continuous yield of domestic tube well, the water harvesting structure be maintained properly which will recharge the groundwater table.