Tag: water resources and irrigation in karnataka

• Most of these rivers flow out of Karnataka eastward into the Bay of Bengal. 
  
• A large number of dams and reservoirs are constructed across these rivers which richly add to the Irrigation and Hydel power generation capacities of the state.
  

The Shivanasamudra hydro-electric power station, established in 1902, was the first of its kind in Asia and was built specifically to supply electricity to the Kolar Gold Fields.

Shivamogga district has the highest concentration of tank irrigation in Karnataka, owing to its topography and rainfall patterns.

Karnataka ranks 9th among Indian states in terms of the total area under irrigation.

Karnataka is known for its significant potential in hydel power due to its mountainous terrain and numerous rivers flowing through the Western Ghats. Other states listed have less consistent or smaller-scale hydel potential compared to the geography of Karnataka.

The first hydro-electric power station in Asia was established at Shivanasamudra in Karnataka in 1902. This project pioneered the use of hydro-electric power in India.

Belagavi district has historically held a leading position in total land area under irrigation in Karnataka due to its large size and various irrigation projects.

• The erstwhile Mysore State held the distinction of establishing the first major hydroelectric power generating station at Shivanasamudra.
  
• The first hydro electric power station became operational on June 30, 1902.

Belagavi district has a high concentration of well irrigation facilities, contributing to its status as a major agricultural district in the state.

Kodagu is a hilly, forest-rich district with high rainfall, which results in a lower percentage of land under traditional irrigation compared to the plains districts.