Design and Operation of Smallholder Irrigation in South Asia (WB, 1995, 134 p.): Abstract

Design and Operation of Smallholder Irrigation in South Asia (WB, 1995, 134 p.)

		(introduction...)
		Foreword
		Abstract
		Chapter 1 - Introduction
		Chapter 2 - Profile of the smallholder
		Chapter 3 - Land shaping and water distribution at the field level
		Chapter 4 - Water supply and demand
		Chapter 5 - Cropping patterns in irrigation design
		Chapter 6 - Irrigability
		Chapter 7 - Canal systems for smallholder irrigation
		Chapter 8 - Hydraulics of canal regulation and types of control structures
		Chapter 9 - Operation and maintenance
		Chapter 10 - Durability of canal linings
		Chapter 11 - Construction and maintenance problems of drainage works
		Chapter 12 - Cultivator organizations
		Chapter 13 - Village schemes and small tank projects
		Chapter 14 - Groundwater development
		Chapter 15 - Conjunctive use of surface and groundwater
		Chapter 16 - Pumped lift irrigation distribution
		Chapter 17 - Technical and operational improvements in rehabilitation of irrigation projects
		Chapter 18 - Ecological and riparian factors in irrigation development
		References
		Distributors of world bank publications

Abstract

A large amount of research has been carried out and a considerable body of literature has been generated on the socio-economic features of smallholder irrigation, in particular, as well as the technical aspects of irrigation, in general. However, the problems of applying such technology to smallholder irrigation are less well covered.

This paper presents the primary sociological, economic and technical factors influencing the design and operation of smallholder irrigation in South Asia. The main emphasis is placed on problems. The aim is to define the problems, without necessarily acknowledging any obligation to present solutions. Rather, the available options are described and possible direction of further development are suggested. Practical experience and illustrations, primarily from India, are presented.