Chamarajanagar District Research Articles

Socio-economic and psychological characteristics of sunflower growers in Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka: Implications for agricultural productivity and food security

Socio-economic and psychological characteristics of sunflower growers in Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka: Implications for agricultural productivity and food security

Examining the yield gap in sunflower farming: Insights from Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar district

Examining the yield gap in sunflower farming: Insights from Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar district

Radiation dose due to uranium in groundwater to the population of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.

This paper presents the concentration of uranium in 67 groundwater samples of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India, estimated using an LED fluorimeter. The age-dependent ingestion dose to the population of the district is also studied. The concentration of uranium in groundwater varied from 0.20 to 57.50μgL-1 with an average of 4.40μgL-1. The annual ingestion dose due to uranium varies from 0.18 to 142.68μSvy-1, with an average of 7.11μSvy-1. The ingestion dose received by the population in the study area is less than the recommended level of 100μSvy-1 by the World Health Organization (2011).

Assessment of radiation dose due to 210Po in water and food samples of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.

Groundwater is in direct contact with the soil and rocks that dissolve many compounds and minerals including uranium and its daughter products. 210Po is one of the decay products of 238U series that cause internal radiation dose in humans when consumed in the form of water and food, including sea food. Therefore, activities of 210Po have been studied in ground and surface water, and in food samples that are commonly used in Chamarajanagar region of Karnataka, India. The average 210Po concentration in bore well water samples and surface water samples are 3.21 and 1.85 mBq L-1, respectively. In raw rice and wheat, the average values of 210Po are 96 and 41 mBq kg-1, respectively. In millets and pulses, the average activity of 210Po is 157 and 79 mBq kg-1, respectively. Among food items, the highest activity of 1.3kBqkg-1 is observed in marine crabs and the lowest activity of 2.6 mBq kg-1 is found in milk samples. The average ingestion dose due to 210Po in ground and surface water are 2.8 and 1.62μSv y-1, respectively. The ingestion dose due to various food samples to the population is also calculated. Total ingestion dose due to 210Po to pure vegetarian population and general population are 38.09 and 590.80μSv y-1, respectively. The concentration of 210Po in water samples and food samples of this region are in a comparable range with the world and Indian average values and lies well below the recommended guideline level.

LULC change detection analysis of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka state, India using CNN-based deep learning method

The change detection analysis of land use land cover (LULC) is an important task in several fields and applications such as environmental monitoring, urban planning, disaster management, and climate change studies. This study focuses on the use of remote sensing (RS) and geographic information systems (GIS) to identify the changes in Chamarajanagar district, which is located in Karnataka state, South India. This paper mainly focuses on the classification and change detection analysis of LULC in 2011 and 2021 using linear imaging self-scanning sensor-III (LISS-III) satellite images. Traditional methods for LULC classification involve manual interpretation of satellite images, which provides lower accuracy. Therefore, this paper proposed the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)-based deep learning classification method for LULC classification. The main objective of the research work is to perform an accurate change detection of the Chamarajanagar district using the classified maps of the years 2011 and 2021. The proposed classification method is outperformed, with a classification accuracy of 95.27 % and 94.57 % for LISS-III satellite imagery of the years 2011 and 2021 respectively. Further, change detection analysis has been carried out using classified maps and results show a decline of 3.23 sq. km, 22.7 sq. km, and 3.83 sq. km in the areas covered by vegetation, agricultural land, and forest area, respectively. In other classes, such as built-up, water bodies, and barren land, an increase in land cover was observed by 5.59 sq. km, 1.99 sq. km, and 20.92 sq. km, respectively.

Regional Imbalances In The Levels of Socio-Economic Development In Kollegal Taluk Chamarajanagar District

Regional disparities are common in almost all nations globally inattentive of whether being under-developed, developing, or developed. With the new conversion of target towards human development, the existence of inequalities on rural development is one of the primary issues faced by developing countries. It attempted to examine the spatial inequalities in the rural amenities in Kollegal taluk, Chamarajanagar district. The level of development is estimated separately for education, health, economic, and communication sectors and the taluk is classified into three categories according to the values of the Aggregate weightage scores. An attempt has been made to analyze the level of regional development among different villages in Kollegal. According to the regional disparity, the development index shows that some regions are far more systematically developed in the center of the taluk headquarters. The result shows that vast disparities in the level of regional overall development lie among various villages of Kollegal. The extent of the infrastructure services sector's development has been shown statistically and favorably related to overall socio-economic development, suggesting that the two sectors' development and expansion have been advancing concurrently throughout the country. The result shows that merely a few villages have the highest scores in overall development.

Consumer Preferences for Turmeric Quality Attributes: A Conjoint Analysis in Chamarajanagar District, Karnataka, India

Consumer purchasing behaviour, heavily influenced by quality preferences, drives the need to understand the desired quality attributes of turmeric. With the increasing emphasis on health and wellness, there's a growing demand for organic and sustainably sourced turmeric among health-conscious consumers. To meet these preferences, quality control measures throughout production and processing stages are crucial. The study employed conjoint analysis to elucidate consumer preferences for turmeric quality attributes in Chamarajanagar district utilizing both primary and secondary data sources. Well-structured questionnaires were employed to gather consumer preference data on attributes such as quantity, colour, texture, origin and longevity. Turmeric's area and production exhibited a positive growth rate despite moderate instability. The additive model was used for analysis proved to be a good fit, with both Pearson’s rank correlation coefficient (0.97) and Kendall’s correlation coefficient (0.89) significant at the one percent probability level. Preferred attributes for turmeric powder among respondents included light-yellow colour, fine texture, a 50g quantity pack, organic origin, and long-lasting nature. Insights gained from this analysis inform product development, marketing strategies, and pricing decisions, enabling producers to tailor turmeric offerings to meet consumer demands effectively and enhance market competitiveness. Promoting domestic turmeric cultivation not only boosts foreign exchange inflow but also improves the economic standing of farmers. Thus, prioritizing enhancements in turmeric cultivation presents a promising avenue for encouraging the agricultural sector and fostering economic growth.

Economic Viability and Financial Feasibility of Secondary Processing Unit of Turmeric in Chamarajanagar District of Karnataka, India

Turmeric is an important commercial crop with both domestic and international demand facing challenges due to the absence of organized processing units at production centres. Addressing this gap requires a thorough analysis of the economic viability and financial feasibility of establishing turmeric processing units to empower stakeholders and foster agricultural advancement in the study area. The study was conducted in Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka, by collecting primary data on establishment and annual processing costs and secondary data on market prices of turmeric rhizome and powder. Financial feasibility analysis revealed positive Net Present Value (NPV) of ₹1,714.36 lakh and ₹623.56 lakh, Benefit Cost Ratio (BCR) of 2.37 and 1.76, Internal Rate of Returns (IRR) of 76 and 57 per cent at current and constant market prices, respectively. The findings showed that the establishment of turmeric processing units are both economically viable and financially feasible. Emphasizing this potential through extension systems can empower farmers to maximize benefits through mechanized value addition. These insights provide valuable guidance for entrepreneurs, Farmers Producers Organizations, Self Help Groups and cooperatives facilitating informed decisions on establishing small-scale turmeric processing units.

Economic Analysis of Cost and Returns in Turmeric Production and Processing in the Chamarajanagar District of Karnataka, India

This study investigated the economic dynamics of turmeric production and primary processing in Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, emphasized the significant role of this region in enhancing India's reputation for producing high-curcumin-content turmeric. Despite the growing domestic and international markets for turmeric, which have contributed to the crop's substantial increase in production and productivity over recent decades, there remains a significant gap in organized processing units at the local level. The analysis employed different cost concepts and the Garrett Ranking Technique. By examining the economic aspects of both turmeric cultivation and primary processing phases among farmers in the district, the findings revealed that farmers accrue a net return of ₹18,134 per acre from cultivation after incurring costs of ₹86,424, and a higher net return of ₹24,775 per acre from primary processing with an incurred cost of ₹99,439 per acre. The cost-benefit analysis further underscores the economic viability of turmeric cultivation, with ratios of 1.21 without primary processing and 1.25 with it, thereby highlighting the substantial profitability of turmeric production for local growers. However, the study identifies significant challenges, such as labour shortages and elevated wage rates, attributed to the crop's labour-intensive nature. Moreover, while primary processing increases profitability, it also demands considerable labour and time, potentially compromising the quality of turmeric powder. The research suggests that the adoption of advanced technologies and machinery in curing and processing operations could mitigate these challenges, enhancing efficiency and product quality in turmeric cultivation and processing sectors.

Food Consumption, Purchasing and Dietary Pattern of Farm Women in Dharwad District, Karnataka State, India

Present study was undertaken to analyze the socio-economic and nutritional status of women involved in farm activities and to know the impact of nutri-farms on food, nutrition and health security. Using 300 farm women in Chamarajanagar district. Health and nutritional status assessment, food intake, nutritional adequacy and screening for iron deficiency anaemia and KAP study on health and nutrition was conducted. Malnutrition is still one of the crucial problems in developing countries which is relationship between nutrition and health among a majority of the population. The objective of the study was dietary pattern of before and after intervention. This paper tries to analyze the food consumption and dietary pattern of women involved in farm activities and to know the impact of nutri-farms on food and nutrition security by using of 500 farm women in Dharwad district. A well-structured questionnaire was framed to gather the information on dietary pattern of the subjects was assessed by 24– hour diet recall method before and after intervention. The results revealed that, Among cereals, rice was consumed daily (90.4%) by all the families, where as food intake was observed that Pulses (67.67), milk and milk products (167.60), roots and tubers (67.80), GLV’s (47.17), other vegetables (96.47), fruits (37.33), fats and oil (17.70) consumption is very low when compared to RDA whereas consumption of cereal was on par with the recommended dietary allowances. The mean nutrient intake of energy (1794.5 kcal), protein (36.95 g), fat (17.95 g), iron (18.98 mg) and Vitamin C(42.85 mg) were less when compared to the RDA. The results shows that all nutrients and food intake consumption was found inadequate.

Satisfaction Level of the Farmers Regarding Kisan Call Centre (KCC) Advisories

The Kisan Call Centre (KCC), initiated on January 21st, 2004, by the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, serves as a crucial support system for farming communities across India. This study, conducted in 2021-22 in Chamarajanagar District of Karnataka, aimed to assess the Satisfaction Level of 200 KCC beneficiaries regarding its advisory services. Utilizing stratified random sampling, the study employed an ex-post facto research design to gather insights. The data collection involved secondary data from the KCC in Bengaluru and primary data through structured interviews with beneficiaries. Results revealed that 76.00% of beneficiaries expressed high satisfaction with the technical knowledge of KCC experts, with 74.50% satisfied with expert availability, and 73.50% with expert guidance in advisory services. Additionally,70.50% were highly satisfied with patience of expert in listening to the complete query of the farmers through helpline services. Regarding technological information provided by the KCC 53.00% expressed high satisfaction with the technological information provided by the KCC, and 52.50% acknowledged the assistance of advisory services in crop preservation and yield improvement. However, including all the aspect like technical information, helpline services and advisory services provided by the KCC. Notably, a significant 44.00% of both dryland and irrigated land farmers expressed high satisfaction with the overall services of the KCC. This research highlights the importance of ICT-driven initiatives like the KCC in empowering farmers and improving agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Study of radiation dose due to 226Ra, 222Rn, and 210Po in drinking water of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India

Study of radiation dose due to 226Ra, 222Rn, and 210Po in drinking water of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India

A Study on Financial Inclusion among BPL Families of Chamarajanagar District with Special Reference to Jandhan Accounts.

A Study on Financial Inclusion among BPL Families of Chamarajanagar District with Special Reference to Jandhan Accounts.

Impact of Self-help Groups on Women's Empowerment and Socio-economic Development in the Agarbathi Industry: a Case Study in Chamarajanagar District

With a case study in the Chamarajanagar District, this study attempts to explore the social and economic advancement of women's empowerment through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the agarbatti business. The goal of the study is to comprehend how SHGs affect women's empowerment in terms of enhanced livelihoods, financial independence, elevated social standing, and general well-being. Design/Methodology/Approach: The majority of the sample respondents are chosen using basic random sampling. Primary data for this study were gathered directly from respondents using pre-made questionnaires. Secondary data from relevant sources were added to a basic proportion of other pertinent statistical procedures. Findings/Result: The research findings are expected to contribute to the existing literature on women's empowerment, self-help groups, and socio-economic development while providing insights for policymakers, development practitioners, and stakeholders in the agarbatti industry. Originality/Value: This research addresses the impact of self-help groups on women's empowerment and socio-economic development within a specific context—the agarbatti industry in Chamarajanagar district. Type of Paper: Research Paper

Soil salinity prediction based on hybrid classifier: study on Bellary and Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka

Soil salinity prediction based on hybrid classifier: study on Bellary and Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka

Impact of Large Scale Demonstration on Productivity and Profitability of Blackgram Under Rainfed Conditions of Chamarajanagara District, Karnataka (Zone-6)

Background: Blackgram is a major pulse crop grown next to horsegram and greengram in Chamarajanagar district. Unavailability of high yielding and yellow mosaic resistant varieties, poor agronomic and pest management practices has led to drastic fall down in productivity and profitability of blackgram in Chamarajanagara district. Methods: Large scale demonstration was conducted in an area of 60 ha covering 150 farmers of K. Mukahalli, Kotamballi, Devalapura, Doddatuppuru and Y.K. mole villages. Further the integrated crop management practices in blackgram variety LBG-791 was demonstrated during Pre-kharif of 2020-21, 2021-22 and 2022-23 by ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chamarajanagara, Karnataka. Result: The Yellow mosaic disease incidence was significantly less in LBG-791 (1.40%) when compared to T-9 (Farmers’ variety) (66.8%). Adoption of LBG-791 along with improved crop management practices resulted in 121.5% higher mean grain yield as compared to farmers practice. Higher Benefit: Cost ratio of 1.94 was recorded with integrated crop management practices as compared to farmers’ practices (1.03). The study exhibited mean extension and technology gap of 379 kg/ha and 119 kg/ha respectively. Further the mean technology index was 14.73 per cent. These results indicate that there is a great opportunity for farmers of Karnataka (Zone-6) for increasing productivity and profitability of the blackgram crop by adoption of Integrated Crop Management Practices (ICMP).

Suitable Site Selections for Artificial Recharge Structure in Bandalli Watershed. Chamaraja Nagar District, Karnataka, India Using Remote Sensing, and GIS Techniques.

Bandalli watershed is characterized as an arid to semi-arid region with little access to water. Water is essential for all life forms for human consumption, agriculture and industry. Artificial groundwater recharge is a process by which the groundwater scrounges is reduced at a rate almighty the augmentation rate beneath natural replenishment conditions. The work aims to understand the groundwater scenario in distinction to the geological point of view as the geology of the area concerned is the primary control of groundwater recharge and potentiality. The study began with gathering and analyzing necessary data for creating water balance and determining the best techniques for artificial recharge. The best artificial recharge sites in the vicinity have been validated. The present investigation is to find and select ideal sites for future zones to create a new shape using GIS (Geographic Information System) software version 10.8. To estimate the appropriateness of the site for artificial recharge, the model incorporated numerous criteria, various parameters slope, Lu/Lc, stream order, soil aspect and hydrology. Artificial recharge planning was calculated using runoff availability, aquifer dimension, priority locations, and local water table conditions. Most areas are undulating to recommend recharge structures, which will help the water table and the agricultural sector to augment the water harvesting to improve the groundwater.

Constraints and Suggestions Expressed by the Farmers toward Kisan Call Centre (KCC) Advisories

Kisan Call Centre (KCC) is an ICT initiative with the core aim of answering farmers' queries through telephone call in their own dialect. KCC offering services at free of cost countrywide by dialling a common Toll-Free number 1800-180-1551. In this study, an attempt has been made to document the constraints faced by the KCC beneficiaries and seek their suggestions to overcome them in Chamarajanagar District of Karnataka during 2021-22. Totally 200 respondents were considered for the study and personal interview method was adopted for collection of data. The data was analysed using frequency and percentage analysis. The results revealed that, it is difficult to explain the symptoms of pests and diseases of plant over phone call (94.50%), is the major technical constraints and location specific needs of the farmer not solved by KCC officials (91.50%), are the technical and general constraints expressed by the KCC beneficiaries. KCC should provide the facility of snap chats wherever, it is required to understand symptoms in better way (90.50%) and The publicity and awareness programs to be organized to increase awareness about KCCs among farmers (97.00%) are the technical and general suggestion given by beneficiaries to overcome the constraints.

Study of Women's Knowledge of Anemia in a Rural Area of Chamarajanagara District with a View to Developing Education Programs

Objective: Assess the Knowledge regarding Anemia in women of reproductive (15-45 years) age group in Chamarajanagar district Methodology: Questionnaire on the demographic preform. Knowledge about anemia used to be used to accumulate the data. An explorative descriptive method has been adopted and a hundred and fifty Women are selected for studies which are from obtained information by easy random sampling technique. Results: Among 150 individuals 70 (46.7%) of the members had correct knowledge, 80(53.3%) of contributors had average information and none of the participants had inadequate expertise concerning anemia and there is no great correlation between information thing and demographic variables such as Age, religion, dietary pattern, Type of Family, Marital popularity and Number of children where p> 0.05. Conclusion: Reproductive-age Women have suitable Knowledge of anemia however lack of practice makes females anemic so there is want for an education program.

A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitudes Concerning Temporary Family Planning Methods Among Postpartum Mothers Admitted to Certain Hospitals in the Chamarajanagar District

Aims and Objectives: The goal of the research is to evaluate postpartum women admitted to only certain hospitals in the Chamarajanagar district's inpatient department's awareness and attitude toward temporary family planning methods. Methodology: To evaluate postnatal mothers' knowledge and attitudes towards temporary family planning, a semi-structured knowledge questionnaire and a five-point Likert scale were developed. Results: According to the findings, 58.3% of mothers had intermediate awareness, and 41.7 percent have adequate knowledge. 86.7 percent of participants have a fairly positive attitude, while 13.3 percent have a good attitude. Since most couples have a favourable understanding and attitude about temporary family planning options, the study hypothesis that this is the case is accepted. Present was a weak negative association between knowledge and attitude score (r=-0.039), but it was there nonetheless. It implies that as people's knowledge develops, does though their attitude. Conclusion: The study's overall findings clearly showed that most of the participants had information that is mostly adequate, and even when they have strong knowledge, most of them have attitudes toward temporary family planning techniques that are mostly favourable. Our study aimed to provide an educational brochure regarding temporary family planning methods because most mothers do not use them owing to attitude.