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River of Telangana

Rivers and Drainage System of Telangana

Drainage Systems

Drainage systems, also known as river systems, are the patterns formed by the streams, rivers, and lakes in a particular drainage basin. They are governed by the topography of the land, whether a particular region is dominated by hard or soft rocks, and the gradient of the land.

River of Telangana/Drainage System

• The State is drained by two major rivers namely, Godavari and Krishna and their tributaries before entering in to the state of Andhra Pradesh and finally to Bay of Bengal.
• There are 2 basins and 10 sub basins in the state.
• The major river basins are Godavari, Krishna and sub basins are lower Krishna, middle Krishna, lower Godavari, Indravati, Waingainga, Pranhita, Manjira, Lower Bhima and middle Godavari.
• The pattern of drainage is generally dendritic with wide valleys in western pediplain.
• The drainage of the Eastern Ghat is coarse and dendritic with steep and narrow valleys.
• Most of the smaller streams feed innumerable tanks.
• The River Godavari with its tributaries viz., Pranahita, Pedda Vagu, Manjira, Maner, Kinnerasani, Sileru and Pamuleru drain whole of northern Telangana.
• The Tungabhadra, Vedavati, Hindri, Musi, Paleru and Maneru rivers drain southern part of the State.
• The drainage basins are charecterised by undulating topography comprising a series of ridges and valleys intersperse by hill ranges
• List of major River of Telangana are flowing :

1. Bhima River
2. Godavari
3. Krishna River
4. Manjra
5. Pranhitha
6. Tungabhadra
7. Wainganga
8. Wardha

KRISHNA RIVER SYSTEM OF River of Telangana:

• The river Krishna is an Inter-State river in Southern India. It is the second largest river in Peninsular India, rises in the Western Ghats at an altitude of 1337 m. near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra State.
• It flows across the whole width of the peninsula, from west to east, for a length of about 1400 km, through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telanagana and Andhra Pradesh. The entire catchment area of Krishna basin is 2,58,948 sq km.

• The principal tributaries of Krishna in Karnataka are Ghataprabha, Malaprabha, Bhima and Tungabhadra. All these rivers except the Malaprabha River having their catchment area both in Karnataka and Maharastra.
• Brief description of these tributaries are given below:

GODAVARI RIVER SYSTEM 

• The river Godavari rises in the Nasik district of Maharastra about 80km from the shore of Arabian sea, at an elevation of 1067m, after flowing for about 1465km in a general south-easterly direction, through Maharastra and Andhra Pradesh, Godavari falls into the Bay of Bengal above Rajamundry.
• The principal tributaries of Godavari are the Pravara, the Purna, the Manjra, the Pranahita, the Indravathy and the Sabari but Manjra River, having its partial catchment area in the State of Karnataka.

Hydrography of Telangana

Moosy River

• The Moosy River (also known as the Musi River) is a minor water body in the district of Prakasam.
• The river Moosy rises near Dokkalasala in the Veligondas.
• It flows first east and then south through Markapur, Darsi, Northern border of Podili, Kondepi, Vennuru, Koru Uppalapadu, Tangutur, Alakurapadu and Kothapatnam Mandals falls into the Bay of Bengal near Madanur of Kothapatnam Mandal.
• Its tributaries are the Gajjaleru, Dondaleru and Atleru.
• It feeds tanks of Podili and Konakanamitla Mandals.

Kinnerasani River

• Kinnerasani’ is an important tributary of Godavari flowing through the Warangal and Khammam districts of Telangana and West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh.
• In the Khammam District, a dam known as the Kinnerasani Dam is built on this river.
• The back waters of the dam are surrounded by verdant hills and come to be protected under the precincts of the Kinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary.
• The river drains on the right bank of Godavari in Telangana and forms common boundary between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states before its confluence with main Godavari river.

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Telangana is a state in India that was formed on June 2, 2014, by bifurcating the erstwhile state of Andhra Pradesh. The state is located in the southern part of India and has a Population of over 35 million people. The capital of Telangana is Hyderabad.

Telangana is a land of rivers. The major rivers in Telangana are the Godavari, Krishna, Pennar, Tungabhadra, Manair, Kum, Sabari, Eluru, Chevella, Musi, Krishnaveni, Nelapattu, Pedda Cheruvu, Gollapalli Cheruvu, Kotha Cheruvu, and Kothakota Cheruvu.

The Godavari River is the largest river in Telangana. It originates in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra and flows through Telangana before joining the Bay of Bengal. The Krishna River is the second largest river in Telangana. It originates in the Western Ghats of Karnataka and flows through Telangana before joining the Bay of Bengal. The Pennar River is the third largest river in Telangana. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Bay of Bengal. The Tungabhadra River is a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates in the Western Ghats of Karnataka and flows through Telangana before joining the Krishna River. The Manair River is a tributary of the Godavari River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Godavari River. The Kum River is a tributary of the Manair River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Manair River. The Sabari River is a tributary of the Godavari River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Godavari River. The Eluru River is a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Krishna River. The Chevella River is a tributary of the Musi River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Musi River. The Musi River is a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Krishna River. The Krishnaveni River is a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Krishna River. The Nelapattu River is a tributary of the Krishna River. It originates in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh and flows through Telangana before joining the Krishna River. The Pedda Cheruvu is a lake in Telangana. It is located in the Medak district of Telangana. The Gollapalli Cheruvu is a lake in Telangana. It is located in the Karimnagar district of Telangana. The Kotha Cheruvu is a lake in Telangana. It is located in the Ranga Reddy district of Telangana. The Kothakota Cheruvu is a lake in Telangana. It is located in the Warangal district of Telangana.

The rivers of Telangana are important for the state’s economy. They provide water for Irrigation, drinking, and industrial purposes. The rivers are also a source of hydroelectric power. The rivers are also important for the state’s tourism Industry. Many people visit the rivers to swim, fish, and boat.

The rivers of Telangana are facing a number of challenges. The main challenge is Water Pollution. The rivers are polluted by industrial waste, sewage, and agricultural runoff. The pollution is a threat to the Health of the people who live near the rivers. The pollution is also a threat to the fish and other wildlife that live in the rivers.

Another challenge facing the rivers of Telangana is deforestation. Deforestation is the clearing of forests for other purposes, such as agriculture or development. Deforestation can lead to Soil erosion, which can make the rivers more polluted. Deforestation can also lead to the loss of habitat for fish and other wildlife.

The rivers of Telangana are important for the state’s economy, Environment, and culture. It is important to protect the rivers from pollution and deforestation.

Here are some frequently asked questions and short answers about the rivers of Telangana:

1. What are the major rivers of Telangana?
   The major rivers of Telangana are the Godavari, Krishna, and Tungabhadra.

2. Where do the rivers of Telangana originate?
   The Godavari River originates in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, the Krishna River originates in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, and the Tungabhadra River originates in the Western Ghats of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

3. Where do the rivers of Telangana flow into?
   The Godavari River flows into the Bay of Bengal, the Krishna River flows into the Bay of Bengal, and the Tungabhadra River flows into the Krishna River.

4. What are the tributaries of the rivers of Telangana?
   The tributaries of the Godavari River include the Indravati River, the Pranhita River, and the Manjira River. The tributaries of the Krishna River include the Tungabhadra River, the Bhima River, and the Musi River. The tributaries of the Tungabhadra River include the Malaprabha River and the Vedavathi River.

5. What are the dams on the rivers of Telangana?
   The dams on the Godavari River include the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, the Sriram Sagar Dam, and the Indira Sagar Dam. The dams on the Krishna River include the Almatti Dam, the Narayanpur Dam, and the Jurala Dam. The dams on the Tungabhadra River include the Tungabhadra Dam.

6. What are the benefits of the rivers of Telangana?
   The rivers of Telangana provide water for irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power. They also support a variety of wildlife, including fish, birds, and mammals.

7. What are the challenges facing the rivers of Telangana?
   The rivers of Telangana are facing a number of challenges, including pollution, deforestation, and Climate change. These challenges are threatening the water supply, the environment, and the livelihoods of people who depend on the rivers.

8. What are the solutions to the challenges facing the rivers of Telangana?
   The solutions to the challenges facing the rivers of Telangana include reducing pollution, planting trees, and adapting to Climate Change. These solutions will help to protect the water supply, the environment, and the livelihoods of people who depend on the rivers.

1. Which of the following is not a river in Telangana?
   (A) Godavari
   (B) Krishna
   (C) Narmada
   (D) Musi

2. Which of the following is the longest river in Telangana?
   (A) Godavari
   (B) Krishna
   (C) Narmada
   (D) Musi

3. Which of the following is the largest river in Telangana?
   (A) Godavari
   (B) Krishna
   (C) Narmada
   (D) Musi

4. Which of the following rivers flows through Hyderabad?
   (A) Godavari
   (B) Krishna
   (C) Narmada
   (D) Musi

5. Which of the following rivers is a tributary of the Godavari?
   (A) Krishna
   (B) Narmada
   (C) Musi
   (D) Pranahita

6. Which of the following rivers is a tributary of the Krishna?
   (B) Tungabhadra
   (C) Pennar
   (D) Musi

7. Which of the following rivers is a tributary of the Narmada?
   (A) Tapti
   (B) Chambal
   (C) Mahi
   (D) Son

8. Which of the following rivers is a tributary of the Pranahita?
   (A) Indravati
   (B) Sabari
   (C) Godavari
   (D) Krishna

9. Which of the following rivers is a tributary of the Indravati?
   (A) Sabari
   (B) Godavari
   (C) Krishna
   (D) Pranahita

10. Which of the following rivers is a tributary of the Sabari?
    (A) Indravati
    (B) Godavari
    (C) Krishna
    (D) Pranahita