Hydrogeological conditions in the Terai plain of Morang district, eastern Nepal

Authors

  • T. N. Bhattarai Department of Geology, T.C. Campus, T.U. Kathmandu
  • G. Krishna Rao Colombo Plan Expert from India

Keywords:

Hydrogeology, Water logging, eastern Terai Nepal, Aquifer system

Abstract

The Terai Plain of Morang District is underlain by thick alluvium deposits.  Alternate sequence of gravel, sand and clay turn into multiaquifer system.  Artesian conditions occur in some parts of the middle Terai. The area possesses rich groundwater potential which can be used for industrial and large scale irrigation. Over development of groundwater is suggested to reclaim the land under water-logging and marshy conditions in the middle Terai.

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Published

1989-12-31

Issue

Vol. 6 (1989)

Section

Articles

License

© Nepal Geological Society

How to Cite

Bhattarai, T. N., & Rao, G. K. (1989). Hydrogeological conditions in the Terai plain of Morang district, eastern Nepal. Journal of Nepal Geological Society, 6, 37–50. https://doi.org/10.3126/jngs.v6i0.32570