Groundwater Potential Mapping: A Practical Approach

by Deepak Patle, M K Awasthi, Sourabh Nema, R K Nema

ISBN: 9789371705547
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Imprint : Daya Publishing House
Year : 2026
Price : Rs. 6950.00
Biblio : viii+149p., figs., tbls., 25cm.,

Author Profile

Dr. Deepak Patle is presently working as a Research Associate at ICAR's NAHEP-CAAST-CSDA Project in College of Agricultural Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV) Jabalpur. He has completed his Ph.D. (SWE) from JNKVV Jabalpur, M.Tech. (SWE) from JNKVV Jabalpur in and B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering) from MGCGV, Chitrakoot. He has qualified ICAR's ASRB-NET. He has published more than 20 research articles in NAAS rated journals (Nationals and Internationals). Dr. M.K. Awasthi is currently working as a Chief Scientist in AICRP on Irrigation Water Management at College of Agricultural Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV) Jabalpur. He has 39-year-old strong background in agricultural engineering, soil & water conservation, groundwater management, and natural resource management. He has published more than 100 research articles including book chapters, technical bulletin/ manuals, and short communications in different renowned national and international scientific journals. Dr. Sourabh Nema is working as Scientist – 'C' at National Institute of Hydrology, North West Regional Centre in Jodhpur (Rajasthan). He has more than 15 year's experience in application of Remote Sensing in Natural Resource Management. His expertise in Hydrological Modeling, Climate change, Environment Modeling, Artificial intelligence, and Ground Water Management. He has published many articles, book chapters, technical bulletin/ manuals, and short communications in different renowned national and international scientific journals. Dr. R.K. Nema is currently working as a Professor & Head in the Department of Soil & Water Engineering at College of Agricultural Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV) Jabalpur. He has 39-year-old professional experience in agricultural engineering, soil & water conservation, Command Area, Remote Sensing, and Groundwater Management. He has published more than 70 research articles including book chapters, technical bulletin/ manuals, and short communications in different renowned national and international journals.

About The Book

Groundwater is a valuable resource that is essential for human life and economic development. However, groundwater resources are often limited and can be overexploited, leading to water scarcity and other problems. Groundwater potential mapping is a process of identifying areas with potential for groundwater availability. This can be done using a variety of methods, including geoinformatics. Geoinformatics, which integrates remote sensing, GIS, and geo-statistics, provides a powerful platform for groundwater assessment. It is an important tool for sustainable groundwater management, particularly in regions facing water scarcity. This manual provides a detailed methodology for groundwater potential mapping on River Basin level. The manual covers the practical aspects of groundwater potential mapping, such as watershed delineation, data collection, data analysis, decision making criterion approach, map interpretation, and validation using remote sensing, GIS, and statistical modelling. The manual is intended for a wide range of learners from students to scientists including hydrologists, hydrogeologists, engineers, planners, and policy makers. It is a valuable resource for anyone who is involved in the management or development of groundwater resources.

Table of Contents

CONTENTS Preface v 1. Base Map Preparation of River Basin 1 2. Area Calculation 23 3. Data Collection 27 4. Thematic Map Processing 38 5. Raster Conversion of Thematic Maps 63 6. Reclassification of Thematic Maps 68 7. Ranking of Thematic Maps 103 8. Weightage Assignment for Thematic Factors 118 9. Demarcation of Groundwater Potential Zones 118 10. Area Calculation of Groundwater Potential Zones 128 11. Validation of Groundwater Potential Zones 131