Rivers, Dams & Water Bodies
Detailed Guide

Rivers, Dams & Water Bodies

Rivers are the ecological spine of Bundelkhand. Ken, Betwa, Dhasan, Yamuna and Mandakini support agriculture, wetlands, fish, birds, riparian forests and religious-cultural life.

Overview

Rivers are the ecological spine of Bundelkhand. Ken, Betwa, Dhasan, Yamuna and Mandakini support agriculture, wetlands, fish, birds, riparian forests and religious-cultural life.

Key Point 1

Important water bodies include Rajghat, Matatila, Urmil, Barua Sagar, Moti Talab and village ponds.

Key Point 2

River belts support herons, ibis, kingfishers, gharial habitats, grasslands and farming.

Key Point 3

Water conservation includes pond revival, check dams, recharge zones and canal literacy.