Project at a glance
Sites:
Siddhavadar village
& high school
Benefidaries:
~5,000 villagers
and ~600 students
Access model:
Water cards, 20 L/day per household and up to 1 L/day per student
Power & uptime:
Solar-powered, designed for 24/7 operation; Panchayat/school oversight; 1-year AMC included
Why it matters
Health:
Reduces water-borne disease risks and supports better learning conditions in school.
Equity:
Smart-card limits ensure fair daily access, project emphasizes non-discrimination and participation.
Sustainability:
Solar energy, Panchayat governance, and a clear maintenance plan promote continuity; wastewater routing helps improve groundwater quality over time.
Implementation highlights
Assessment & lab tests
Assessment & lab tests across candidate villages stakeholder consultations (Panchayat, school).
Site selection
Site selection: Siddhavadar (village + high school).
Civil works & installation
Sheds, tanks (~6,000 L), pipelines from main source, ATM commissioning.
Training & governance
Roles for Panchayat and school to manage cards, monitoring register, and upkeep, option to levy nominal fees if needed, while currently free of cost.
Monitoring & evaluation
Regular technical/social team visits evaluation confirms availability, accessibility, affordability, safety, acceptability, participation, accountability, im pact, sustainability.
Community impact
- Convenient access to safe drinking water at central village locations and on school premises
- Reported reduction in stomach-related complaints and im proved well-being among students
- Strong local ownership via Panchayat governance and beneficiary registers
