Water conservation

Related Articles

Sectors

Population Served by Water Supply Schemes


The provided data shows the population covered by water supply schemes over two years (2017 and 2023) for rural and urban areas.

 

Observations

  1. Increase in Total Population: There is a notable increase in total population from 181.74 lakh in 2017 to 249.10 lakh in 2023, indicating overall growth.
  2. Rural Population Growth: The rural population has increased significantly from 95.14 lakh to 181.15 lakh, suggesting an increase in rural residents’ access to water supply schemes.
  3. Decline in Urban Population: The urban population decreased from 86.61 lakh to 67.95 lakh, which could indicate urban-to-rural migration or improved living conditions in rural areas.
  4. Percentage Change:
    • The percentage of the rural population covered by water supply schemes has increased from 54.1% to 63.03%.
    • The urban population percentage coverage also increased significantly from 56.36% to 79.97%, suggesting better water supply infrastructure in urban areas.

Key Observations

  • Rural-Urban Dynamics: The data indicates a demographic shift, with more individuals potentially moving to rural areas, as seen in the decline of the urban population.
  • Improvement in Water Supply: Both rural and urban populations are experiencing increased coverage of water supply schemes, with urban areas seeing a more substantial percentage increase.
  • Total Population Growth Rate: The overall growth in total population (from 181.74 lakh to 249.10 lakh) suggests a positive trend in water supply development, but the urban decline raises questions about urban planning and resource distribution.

Conclusion

The analysis of water supply coverage reveals significant growth in both rural and urban populations, particularly in rural areas where access to water supply has improved. The rise in the rural population suggests a shift in demographics that may be linked to better living conditions or services in rural locales. However, the decline in urban population may indicate challenges in urban management or migration trends. Overall, while the improvements in water supply infrastructure are commendable, further investigation is needed to understand the dynamics behind the urban population decline and to ensure sustainable growth across both rural and urban areas.