Jabalpur City Research Articles

Antibacterial sensitivity of Escherichia coli isolated from milk and milk products in Jabalpur, MP, India

Milk and milk products are an essential element of the diet. Apart from its nutritional value, it can also serve as a carrier for multidrug-resistant bacteria attributed to many infectious diseases. The present study was conducted to detect antibiotic-resistant bacteria from milk and milk products (Raw milk, pasteurized milk, and cottage cheese) marketed in Jabalpur city of Madhya Pradesh, India. A total of 640 samples of pasteurized milk, raw milk, and cottage cheese were collected in a sterile container from different dairies and shops of Jabalpur city. Immediately after collection, samples were brought to the microbiology lab within 1 hour. The Escherichea coli were isolated from milk and cottage cheese samples, based on cultural and molecular tests. These isolates were further subjected to antibacterial susceptibility against commonly used antibiotics by the disk diffusion methods. Out of 640 samples examined, 118 (18.44%) were positive for Escherichea coli. The highest isolation of Escherichea coli was from cottage cheese (32%), followed by raw milk (22.5%) and pasteurized milk (0%). Antibiotic susceptibility profile showed that Escherichia coli were resistant for nitrofurantoin (61.8%), nalidixic acid (37.2%) and cefotaxime (30.50%). The analysis showed that 89.8 % of isolates showed multidrug resistance comprising 2-3 antimicrobials. The presence of Escherichea coli with multiple antibiotic resistances poses a significant threat to public health and food safety. These findings stress the need for better sanitation practices in the production and consumption of milk and milk products and strict monitoring of uses and misuses of antibiotics in humans and food animals.

Palaeosols and palaeoclimate reconstruction of the Maastrichtian Lameta Formation, Central India

Various geological studies have been done worldwide of Upper Cretaceous palaeosols, however similar extensive palaeosol studies are lacking in India. It is well established that palaeosols of any age are one of the best proxies for palaeoclimate reconstructions and for local to regional stratigraphic correlations of continental deposits. The Cretaceous deposits in Central India occur as isolated outcrops along the Narmada valley, known as the Lameta Formation. The Upper Cretaceous Lameta (~infratrappean) Formation of the Jabalpur area (Madhya Pradesh, Central India) preserves one of the most diverse Late Cretaceous reptilian assemblages (largely dominated by dinosaurs) and other significant biotic elements of the Indian subcontinent. The Lameta Formation in the Jabalpur region comprises excellent exposures, wherein the Mottled Nodular Bed (MNB) consists of sandy marl lithofacies together with palaeosol facies. Therefore, detailed pedofacies investigations on the basis of morphological, micromorphological and geochemical studies have been carried out in the MNB exposed at the Chui Hill (CH) and the Chhota Simla Hill (CSH) locations in Jabalpur city of Madhya Pradesh (Central India). These studies reveal the presence of various in-situ pedofeatures. For example, abundant bioturbation features, moderately developed blocky and granular microstructure, crystallitic and undifferentiated b-fabrics, Fe–Mn oxide/clay, silica to carbonate coatings, hypocoatings as well as quasicoatings, nodules/concretions and other textural as well as depletion pedofeatures. These palaeosols are interpreted as moderately to well-developed palaeosols that formed under tropical warm, humid climatic conditions rather than semi-arid conditions as deduced on the basis of diagnostic pedogenic characters. Tropical humid conditions are further supported by indices of base loss, salinization and hydrolysis in these palaeosols. The calculated mean annual precipitation (MAP) values range 779.44 ± 182 to1150.02 ± 235 mm/yr and CIA-K (Chemical Index of Alteration without potassium) values document significant chemical weathering. The present study will be important for future studies such as Upper Cretaceous palaeosol investigations along the east-west and central Narmada valley of peninsular India in order to utilize them as stratigraphic tools, taking into account worldwide reports of contemporaneous dinosaur-bearing Upper Cretaceous palaeosols in different parts of the world.

Butterfly (Lepidoptera: Rhopalocera) fauna of Jabalpur City, Madhya Pradesh, India

The present study was carried out to reveal the butterfly species diversity in the Jabalpur City, Madhya Pradesh, India. Study was carried out from January 2008 to 2018. A total of 112 species were recorded, with an addition of 41 new species for Jabalpur district and one species for the state of Madhya Pradesh. Of the total, 42 species were very common, five were frequent common, 18 were rare, and four were very rare. Nymphalidae was dominant with 39 species, followed by Lycaenidae with 38, Pieridae with 15 species, Hesperiidae with 14, Papilionidae with eight and Riodinidae with one species. About six species of the recorded ones come under the protection category of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. The study illustrated the value of Jabalpur City area in hosting valuable resources for butterflies.

Study of Factors Causing Time and Cost Overrun in JNNURM-Case Study of Jabalpur City

Study of Factors Causing Time and Cost Overrun in JNNURM-Case Study of Jabalpur City

Microbiological Quality of Milk and Milk Products in Jabalpur City

Microbiological Quality of Milk and Milk Products in Jabalpur City

Job Satisfaction among the Government and Private School Teachers in selected Schools of Jabalpur City, Madhya Pradesh

Job Satisfaction among the Government and Private School Teachers in selected Schools of Jabalpur City, Madhya Pradesh

Detection and quantification of oxytocin in milk sold in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India

Aim of this study was to detect oxytocin in milk available in the market of Jabalpur city and to determine its concentration in cow and buffalo milk samples. Total 89 samples (Cow-47, Buffalo-42) were collected from the dairies of different zones in the city and further examined for oxytocin concentration. Mean oxytocin concentration in cow and buffalo milk sample was 23.58, 22.15, 25.46 25.54 pg/ml, and 36.28,60.31,134.18,168.38 pg/ml from North, East, South, and West zones of Jabalpur city, respectively with the overall mean value of 23.91 and 103.29 pg/ml. No significant difference (P<.05) in the oxytocin concentration of cow milk from different zones was observed. However, zone wise significant difference (P<.05) in the oxytocin concentration of buffalo milk samples was observed. Oxytocin concentration of cow and buffalo milk also differs significantly (P<.05). Present study reported the extensive use of exogenous oxytocin in cattle of Jabalpur city and also observed that the use of this hormone is more prevalent in buffaloes than in cows, as larger concentration of oxytocin is observed in buffalo milk.

A Quasi Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Nipple Stimulation in the Progress of Labour among Primipara Women during First Stage of Labour in Selected Hospital of Jabalpur (M.P.)

Background: Cost effective and benefit equations are important in health care. When discussing alternative options of care nipple stimulation can be a standardised methodology for induction of labour. In accordance to it, a quasi-experimental post-test only control group design, was carried out in selected hospitals in Jabalpur city to assess the effect of nipple stimulation. The basic purpose was to use nipple stimulation as a means of labour induction allowing greater control by mothers and has an advantage of being natural, inexpensive and non-invasive. Methods: Purposive sampling technique was used for study. 60 subjects were divided into two groups: control and experimental, each group 30 sample (primipara women). The experimental group was given nipple stimulation for 15 min alternatively during active phase. The result was determined by modified BISHOPS SCORE and DURATION of active stage of labour (4-7cm dilatation). Results: The principle result findings stated that, modified BISHOP score was satisfactory is 23(76.6%) in control group and 27 (90%) in experimental group. Partially satisfactory were 7 (23.4%) in control group and 3 (10%) in experimental group and none not satisfactory. The duration of labour in control group came to be 12(40%) subjects had frequency less than 4 hrs and 18 (60%) had had duration more than 4hrs.whereas in experimental group 19(64.3%) had duration less than 4hrs and only 11(36.6%) had duration more 4hrs. The effectiveness of nipple stimulation in experimental group was statistically proved by t test. Conclusion: Hence it could be concluded than, nipple stimulation was effective in early effacement and dilatation of cervix during first stage of labour in active phase among primipara women.

Study to assess the effectiveness of relaxation therapy on stress among adolescents in selected school of Jabalpur city, Madhya Pradesh

Study to assess the effectiveness of relaxation therapy on stress among adolescents in selected school of Jabalpur city, Madhya Pradesh

Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Staphylococcus aureus Isolates from Chicken Meat and Ready to Eat Chicken Products in Jabalpur City

Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Staphylococcus aureus Isolates from Chicken Meat and Ready to Eat Chicken Products in Jabalpur City

Arithmetical assessment of the biodiversity of road side insects of Jabalpur city, Madhya Pradesh

Arithmetical assessment of the biodiversity of road side insects of Jabalpur city, Madhya Pradesh

Assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on knowledge regarding child sexual abuse among school going children in selected schools of Jabalpur City

Assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on knowledge regarding child sexual abuse among school going children in selected schools of Jabalpur City

Study to assess the effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on knowledge regarding Impact of Viewing Television among school going children in selected schools of Jabalpur City

Study to assess the effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on knowledge regarding Impact of Viewing Television among school going children in selected schools of Jabalpur City

Study of resilience in children (4-11 year) of middle and upper-middle class families in Jabalpur, India

Background: Resilience as “the process of, capacity for, or outcome of successful adaptation despite challenging or threatening circumstances” is one of the more field. Protective factors are “influences that modify, ameliorate, or alter a person’s response to some environmental hazard that predisposes to a maladaptive outcome”. Easy going temperament and good self-regulation have been identified as protective factors in resilience. The ability to self-regulate also seems to be at the core of good interpersonal relationships and peer relationships, rule compliance, reduced risk of depression and anxiety, and a host of other areas fundamental to successful adaptation and functioning.Methods: This study was conducted during period of January 2000 to October 2001. The sample comprised a total number of 400 children between 4-11 years age and their parents and caregivers. The material for the study was drawn from the two private schools situated in Jabalpur city. Tests used in the study were the Chi square test to test statistical significance, test of significance of difference and Correlating the effect of various factors, analysis of variance F statistics was computed.Results: It was found in our study that the older children (8-11 years) were more outgoing, warm hearted, easy going and participating as compared to lower age group (4-7 yrs.) children. Girls were significantly more resilient that boys in both the age groups i.e. 4-7 and 8-11 yrs. The girls were found to be more emotionally stable, calm and face reality in a very cool manner. Academic achievers were found to be more resilient, easy going, accommodating. No any significant differences when children's resilience was compared with their parental educational status.Conclusions: Girls were significantly more resilient that boys. The girls were found to be more emotionally stable, calm and faces reality in a very cool manner. Academic achievers were found to be more resilient, easy going. accommodating and participate in various extracurricular activities. Older children were more outgoing, warm hearted, easy going and participating.

Internet addiction and psychological well-being among college students: A cross-sectional study from Central India.

Background:Internet provides tremendous educational benefits for college students and also provided better opportunities for communication, information, and social interaction for young adults; however, excessive internet use can lead to negative psychological well-being (PWB).Objective:The present study was conducted with the objective to find out the relationship between internet addiction and PWB of college students.Materials and Methods:A multicenter cross-sectional study was carried out in college students of Jabalpur city of Madhya Pradesh, India. A total of 461 college students, using internet for at least past 6 months were included in this study. Young's Internet addiction scale, consisting of 20-item, based on five-point Likert scale was used to calculate internet addiction scores and 42-item version of the Ryff's PWB scale based on six-point scale was used in this study.Results:A total of 440 questionnaire forms were analyzed. The mean age of students was 19.11 (±1.540) years, and 62.3% were male. Internet addiction was significantly negatively correlated to PWB (r = –0.572, P < 0.01) and subdimensions of PWB. Students with higher levels of internet addiction are more likely to be low in PWB. Simple linear regression showed that internet addiction was a significant negative predictor of PWB.Conclusion:PWB of college students negatively affected by internet addiction. Hence, it is essential to develop strategies for prevention of internet addiction which is very important for promoting PWB of college students.

Route Optimization of Municipal Solid Waste Collection in Jabalpur City using ARC GIS

Route Optimization of Municipal Solid Waste Collection in Jabalpur City using ARC GIS

A Review on Route Optimization of Municipal Solid Waste Collection in Jabalpur city using ARC GIS

A Review on Route Optimization of Municipal Solid Waste Collection in Jabalpur city using ARC GIS

Physico-Chemical Assessment of Water Quality of River Narmada in Jabalpur City Area of Madhya Pradesh State

Physico-Chemical Assessment of Water Quality of River Narmada in Jabalpur City Area of Madhya Pradesh State

Denture Hygiene Knowledge and Practices among Complete Denture Wearers attending a Postgraduate Dental Institute.

The aim of this study was to assess the denture hygiene knowledge and practices among patients using complete dentures attending a postgraduate dental hospital in Jabalpur city. The objective of this study was to assess the relationship between hygiene knowledge and practices to the denture wearer's gender, education, and income. A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire involving the complete denture patients attending the Department of Prosthodontics. The study subjects were randomly selected by recruiting old dentures wearers visiting the Department of Prosthodontics for a recall visit or for new dentures on the odd dates of the month. All subjects signed an informed consent before filling the questionnaire. The institutional review committee approved the study. Descriptive statistics included computation of frequencies and percentages. Nonparametric test, namely, chi-square test, was used for further data analysis; p-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. A total of 530 individuals were approached for participation in our survey, 30 (5.66%) subjects declined to participate. The results showed that 195 (39%) subjects were wearing the same dentures for more than 5 years. In this study, 51 (10.2%) subjects reported never having been advised by their dentists as to how to clean their dentures. Among all the subjects interviewed, 264 (52.8%) reported to clean the oral tissues daily. This study disclosed that 66 (13.2%) of the subjects usually slept with their dentures. Maximum subjects in illiterate group had experienced bad breath sometimes when compared with subjects in postgraduate group (χ2 = 47.452, p < 0.001). There was a significant difference for method of denture cleaning according to gender (χ2 = 101.076, p < 0.001). The majority of the denture wearers have limited knowledge of denture cleansing and oral hygiene practices. Hygiene habits and practices may not always present a positive correlation with the gender, educational level, and income of the subjects. Periodic recall for evaluation of denture and mucosal surfaces along with reinforcement of denture hygiene instructions will go a long way in helping the patients reap maximum benefits out of their prostheses.

Family-Related Factors Associated with Caries Prevalence in the Primary Dentition of 5-6-year-old Children in Urban and Rural Areas of Jabalpur City.

Aim:The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of dental caries in primary dentition of 5–6-year-old children in urban and rural areas of Jabalpur city.Materials and Methods:The present cross-sectional study was conducted in the rural and urban areas of Jabalpur city, India. A power analysis was carried out to select a representative sample of 5–6-year-old children (n = 408), 204 from government schools and 204 from private schools. Parents were interviewed using a self-structured questionnaire to collect data with regard to variables under evaluation.Statistical Analysis:Collected data were subjected to descriptive analysis using the SPSS 12.0 version. Risk factor association with dental caries was investigated using a stepwise logistic regression analysis with P < 0.05 considered significant.Results:This shows significantly higher decayed missing filled teeth among rural children than urban children. It was seen that 46.5% of children whose mothers were illiterate were affected with dental caries. In urban area, 91.5% of children whereas 77% of children in rural area have parental control on sugar consumption.Conclusion:It is important to focus on parents’ education level when planning preventive programs for young children. Assessing family-related risk factors is essential when instituting preventive/treatment programs for young children.