Overview of Tumakuru, Karnataka
- Location: Tumkur, officially known as Tumakuru, is located in southern Karnataka.
- Demography: Tumkur district has a population of over 26.7 lakh people.
- Geography: The district covers an area of 10,597 km², characterized by elevated land intersected by river valleys.
- Transportation: Tumkur is well-connected by road and rail networks, with three National Highways passing through the city.
- Soil and Agriculture: The economy is primarily derived from agriculture, with coconut, areca nut, and paddy cultivation being significant.
- Water and Rainfall: Tumkur receives heavy rainfall during August and September, influencing water availability for agriculture.
- Temperature Ranges: Winters (October to March) are mild with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 34°C, while summers can be hot, reaching up to 40°C.
Jal Jeevan Mission Goals
- Provide tap connections to all rural households for regular, long-term supply of safe drinking water
- Ensure water quality and reduce water-borne diseases
- Empower communities in planning, implementing, operating & maintaining systems
- Promote groundwater recharge, conservation and reuse
Key Achievements
- Increased tap water coverage from 3.23 Cr to 13.98 Cr households
- 9-fold increase in connections in backward districts
- 23.55 lakh women trained for water quality testing
- 206 partner organizations and 99 institutions engaged
Reference taken from :
JJM-Brochure-Year-2024
Tumkur (Wikipedia)
Water Quality, Quantity and Coverage Definitions
JJM Operational Guidelines
3,000 Samples Testing Threshold