Nature Environment and Pollution Technology

Abhay Kumar Rahul ¹, M. K. S. Kushwaha ², R. Mathur ³, Shashi Rahul ⁴, Akash Yadav ⁵

Affiliations
1 Department of Zoology, Govt. P. G. College, Datia-475 661, M.P., IN
2 Department of Zoology, Govt. S. M. S. Science College, Gwalior-474 002, M.P., IN
3 S.O.S. in Zoology, Jiwaji University, Gwalior-474 001, M.P., IN
4 Govt. High School, Raruaray, Datia-475 661, M.P., IN
5 S.O.S. in Biotechnology, Jiwaji University, Gwalior-474 001, M.P., IN

Abstract

Angoori reservoir is a small man-made reservoir located in District Datia, Madhya Pradesh. It was constructed on Angoori nalla in the tributary of Pahuj River. The reservoir is used for different purposes like irrigation, fisheries and drinking water supply to Datia city. The physico-chemical characteristics of Angoori reservoir water were analysed from January 2009 to December 2009. During this period, the monthly variation in water temperature, pH, total dissolved solids, DO, free carbon dioxide, alkalinity, total hardness, chloride, BOD, COD, sodium, potassium and electrical conductivity of the water samples were recorded from the four sampling stations.

Keywords

Angoori Reservoir, Freshwater Quality, Physico-Chemical, Characteristics.

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Anand Kumar Mishra ¹, Mohit Arya ², R. Mathur ³, R. B. Gupta ⁴

Affiliations
1 Department of Zoology, Govt. P. G. College, Shivpuri, M. P., IN
2 Department of Zoology, Govt. K. R. G. P. G. College, Gwalior, M. P., IN
3 School of Studies in Zoology, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, M. P., IN
4 Department of Zoology Govt. S.M.S. Model Science, College, Gwalior, M. P., IN

Abstract

The present work is aimed at assessing the water quality index (WQI) for the groundwater of Shivpuri town. This has been determined by collecting groundwater samples and subjecting them to a comprehensive physico-chemical analysis. For calculating the WQI, the following 12 parameters pH, TS, TDS, TSS, EC, total alkalinity, magnesium, calcium, total hardness, chloride, sulphate and nitrate were considered. The high value of WQI was found to be mainly due to higher values of iron, nitrate, total dissolved solids, hardness, fluorides, bicarbonate and manganese in the groundwater. The results of analyses have been used to suggest models for predicting water quality. The analysis reveals that the groundwater of the area needs some degree of treatment before consumption, and it also needs to be protected from the perils of contamination.

Keywords

Groundwater Quality, Water Quality Index (WQI), Shivpuri Town.

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Anand Kumar Mishra ¹, Mohit Arya ², R. Mathur ³

Affiliations
1 Department of Zoology, Govt. P. G. College, Shivpuri, M.P., IN
2 Department of Zoology, Govt. K.R.G. P.G. College, Gwalior, M.P., IN
3 School of Studies in Zoology, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, M.P., IN

Abstract

Due to rapid increase in population, industrialization and agricultural practices most of the natural water resources get polluted. Disposal of untreated or partially treated industrial effluents and sewage into surface waters is one of the major environmental problems. The study was carried out on Jadhav Sagar lake in Shivpuri town for a period of April 2006 to March 2007. Jadhav Sagar lake is one of the oldest water bodies which is situated in central part of the Shivpuri town. In the past, it represented the source of drinking water and fish culture. In recent times it has changed considerably due to human interference in the form of encroachment and development of residential areas, and dumping of waste and sewage. The results showed that the Jadhav Sagar lake is polluted and the water cannot be used for human needs and fish culture. The water quality of lake is deteriorating rapidly due to intense human activities and influx of pollutants from surrounding.

Keywords

Jadhav Sagar Lake, Water Quality, Pollution, Physico-Chemical, Characteristics.

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R. Prajapati ¹, R. Mathur ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Zoology, Govt. Holkar Science Autonomous College, Indore, M.P., IN
2 School of Studies in Zoology, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, M.P., IN

Abstract

Various types of diseases are transmitted through contaminated water and poor sanitation. Hygienic status of population is closely related to low socio-economic status of people. In Sheopur town and adjacent villages 52.58% and 67.29% of the surveyed population was affected by waterborne and other common diseases respectively.

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