Impact of watershed development programme in distict Banka (Bihar)

A study was conducted during 2015--16 in Katoriya micro watershed in block of Banka district of Bihar. To assess the impact of watershed development programme survey was under taken on management practices. Positive effect of programme was noticed an increase in area of Pigeon Pea and wheat while productivity of gram and Pigeon Pea was increased with a change in arable area, agricultural area, irrigated area, cropping intensity, water resources and area of horticultural crops. Using modern inputs like high yielding varieties, chemical fertilizers, irrigation and plant protection measures, etc. productivity of crops can be increased. The co-ordination of farmers and government functionaries, land development activities were some of the measures for improving the Katoria Micro Watershed. Better coordination between development agencies and voluntary organizations is also essential for effective implementation of water shed programmes.