Overview
Chakkamkanda wastewater treatment plant in Guruvayur, Kerala, India, serves a population of 20,044. The plant is currently non-operational, with a designed capacity of 1.00 MLD.
Chakkamkanda wastewater treatment plant is located in Guruvayur, a town in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India. The plant serves a population of approximately 20,044 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category. It is situated near the coast, within 50 km of the Arabian Sea. Under India's environmental regulations, wastewater treatment plants serving populations above 10,000 are typically required to meet secondary treatment standards as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) guidelines. The designed capacity of the plant is 1.00 MLD. The plant's location in coastal Kerala means that any discharge would ultimately reach the Arabian Sea, potentially affecting local estuaries and marine ecosystems. The region's high rainfall and dense population make proper wastewater management critical for protecting water quality in the area's backwaters and coastal waters.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the coastal district of Thrissur, Kerala, within the drainage basin of the Arabian Sea. The region is characterized by a network of rivers and backwaters that flow into the sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and fisheries. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km) means that untreated or partially treated wastewater could impact nearshore marine environments, including sensitive habitats like mangroves and coral reefs. Proper treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and protect the ecological health of the coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
Chakkamkanda wastewater treatment plant is located in Guruvayur, a town in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India. The address is MDR, Guruvayur, Chavakkad, Thrissur, Kerala, 680522.
The plant serves a population of approximately 20,044 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Indian wastewater management standards.
The designed capacity of the plant is 1.00 MLD (million liters per day).
The plant is listed as non-operational, which may be due to maintenance, upgrades, or other operational issues. In India, non-operational plants are often subject to rehabilitation under programs like the National Mission for Clean Ganga or state-level initiatives.
Wastewater treatment in Kerala is regulated by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB). Plants serving populations over 10,000 are required to meet secondary treatment standards under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
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