This document provides an overview of drinking water sources and supply in Idukki District, Kerala. Some key points:
- Idukki's main water sources are surface water (rivers, reservoirs, springs, streams) and groundwater (wells, borewells). Rainfall is high throughout the district.
- The Kerala Water Authority operates 144 schemes serving over 400,000 people via public taps and connections. Coverage varies across panchayats from 0-75%.
- Groundwater availability and development has increased over time but excessive extraction and lack of recharge is a problem in some areas.
- Rainwater harvesting is encouraged to sustainably use the district's high rainfall