Hydrogeological study of Mandu block of Ramgarh district of Jharkhand with emphasis on the quality of ground water

Anil Kumar^a*, Vipul Suman^b & Kumari Anjali^c
a*Dept. of Geology, Patna Science College, P.U. Patna
^bFaculty P.G. Dept. of Environmental Science A.N. College, Patna
^cDept. of Mines and Geology, Govt. of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Received , 20th January, 2013 ;Revised: 18th February, 2013

Abstract :A study of the geohydrological parameters was undertaken in Mandu Block of Ramgarh District Jharkhand. Ground water Samples collected from various spots were analysed. The pH of water varied from mild acidic to mild alkaline range. Among the heavy metals Pb (Lead) was found to be above the prescribed limit recommended for drinking.

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