WATERSHED MANAGEMENT OF CHINCHOLI VILLAGE BY GIS

A watershed is a land surface area bounded by a divide that channels runoff to a common point. Effective watershed management involves the strategic conservation and utilization of land, vegetation, and water resources to maximize water retention, reduce soil erosion, and ensure sustainable agricultural productivity. It plays a crucial role in maintaining a stable and clean water supply while mitigating the risks of uncontrolled runoff and flooding. The study utilizes ArcGIS Pro for geospatial analysis and mapping. Key maps prepared include contour maps, drainage maps, land use land cover (LULC) maps, groundwater level maps, rainfall distribution maps, and soil maps. These maps assist in understanding watershed characteristics, soil composition, and hydrological behavior. The primary data sources include Bhuvan, USGS Earth Explorer, India-WRIS, Esri datasets, and rainfall data from IMD Pune. Additionally, runoff calculations are performed to assess water availability and surface water flow. Based on topographical and hydrological analyses, watershed structures are proposed, followed by design and cost estimation to improve water conservation and resource management in Chincholi village. This study highlights the role of GIS-based watershed modeling in sustainable water resource management and demonstrates how advanced spatial analysis techniques and runoff modeling can enhance watershed planning and implementation.