Hydrochemical Investigation Of Groundwater In Some Parts Of Thanthoni And Karur Region Tamilnadu India

Abstract - The current study is focused on groundwater quality assessment of some parts of Thanthoni and Karur block in Karur District Tamilnadu. Groundwater quality of the study area was evaluated for its suitability for drinking purposes by collecting ten samples during pre-monsoon season August 2012 by adopting standard analytical techniques of APHA 2005. The water samples collected in the stations were analyzed for Electrical Conductivity EC pH Total Dissolved Solids TDS Total Hardness TH major cations like calcium magnesium and anions like bicarbonate chloride nitrate fluoride and sulphate. The study revealed that some water sources in the region are not suitable for drinking with respect to total hardness calcium and magnesium content. Proper maintenance and treatment of water can improve the quality of drinking water and thereby a safer life.