| Sanwan River | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Country | India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Hills near Angri village, Alwar district |
| • coordinates | 26°59′N 76°16′E / 26.983°N 76.267°E |
| Mouth | |
• location | Confluence with the main river near Juthiara village |
• coordinates | 27°22′N 76°46′E / 27.367°N 76.767°E |
| Length | 95 kilometres (59 mi) |
| Basin size | 660 km2 (250 sq mi) |
The Sanwan River is a river in India that flows through the Sanwan basin. The basin is located between latitudes 26° 59′ and 27° 22' and longitudes 76° 16' and 76° 46'. The river originates in the hills near Angri village in Alwar District.[1][2] It flows southwards for 29 km, up to Sirsa Devi Bund, and then turns eastwards, covering a distance of 66 km before joining the main river near the village of Juthiara.[2]
The catchment area of the Sanwan River basin is approximately 660 square kilometres (250 sq mi). The river plays a significant role in the local ecosystem, providing water for various purposes and supporting the surrounding communities.[2]
Course[edit | edit source]
The Sanwan River originates in the hills near Angri village in Alwar District. It first flows southwards, covering a distance of 29 km up to Sirsa Devi Bund. From there, it takes a turn and flows eastwards for 66 km before eventually meeting the main river near the village of Juthiara.
Catchment Area[edit | edit source]
The catchment area of the Sanwan River basin spans approximately 660 km2. This area plays a crucial role in maintaining the river's water flow and overall health.[2]
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of rivers in India
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ RajRAS (2018-01-17). Rajasthan Geography. RajRAS. p. 80.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Jain, Sharad K.; Agarwal, Pushpendra K.; Singh, Vijay P. (2007-05-16). Hydrology and Water Resources of India. Springer Science & Business Media. p. 335. ISBN 978-1-4020-5180-7.