Studies on Hydro-Chemical Parameters of Groundwater from Talni Village, Hadgaon Taluka in Nanded District

Abstract: Groundwater is a significant source ofdirinking and irrigation water in is a rural area where agriculture is the main livelihood, and groundwater is the primary source of drinking and irrigation water. In this sense, not only the availability of groundwater is important, but also its appropriate quality. The present study aims to investigate the hydro-chemical characteristics of groundwater in Talni village, Hadgaon Taluka, Nanded District, Maharashtra. Groundwater samples were analyzed for various physical and chemical parameters such as pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), hardness, chloride, alkalinity, and turbidity. The results were compared with WHO and BIS standards to determine the suitability of water for drinking and other purposes. The study found that groundwater in Talni has high levels of TDS and hardness, which may pose health risks over prolonged consumption. Efforts to manage and improve water quality through community awareness and regulatory measures at the Gram Panchayat level are recommended.