What is the source of water for our locality?
The source of water for a locality can be natural sources like rivers, wells, and borewells, or manmade sources like dams, canals, and pipelines.
Water from rainfall gets stored in big and small dams and reaches households through canals and pipelines.
The specific source depends on the geographical location and infrastructure of the area.
Explanation
The chapter on page 11 explains that water received from rains comes through natural as well as manmade water sources including rivers, wells, borewells, and tanks. Figure 5.6 illustrates these sources. Students are expected to interview water supply officials to understand their local water source.
Solution Steps
Natural sources of water include rivers, wells, and borewells
Manmade sources of water include dams, canals, and pipelines
Rainfall water is stored in dams and distributed through canals and pipelines to households
The specific water source varies based on geographical location and infrastructure of the area