Acceleration of Socio-economic Growth of Rural Parts - Nidhal, Khatav A Case Study

Abstract

AbstractWith the aim of sustainable development of rural parts, the challenges need to be identified so that appropriate solution can be evolved, in the present study Nidhal village from Khatav Taluka is considered as a case study. To identify the problems associated with the basic needs of the rural areas, a preliminary socio-economic technical survey was conducted. Based on the procured data it was observed that the village has problems like solid and sewage waste disposal, water scarcity, poor road network, etc. A development plan based on the identified problems for the village is prepared to evolve at an appropriate solution with the help of available local resources and appropriate technology. The work is decentralized based on the priorities, the design of biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste management system in the form of a detailed project report on solid waste disposal is prepared. For the solution of the solid waste disposal problem, the study and analysis of different methods were carried out. An analytical study for the integrated solid waste management of Nidhal is completed with cost and time analysis. The windrow composting, vermicomposting and landfill methods were selected for Nidhal village. The design, drawings, estimation for all the three methods was prepared. For the solution to excessive charges of drinking water pumping system, solar water pumping system has been designed and installed with the help of MEDA.KeywordsSustainable rural developmentWastewaterSewage water