Bandi River Explained

Bandi River should not be confused with Bandi River, eastern Rajasthan.

Bandi (Hemawas) River
Subdivision Type1:Country
Subdivision Name1:India
Subdivision Type2:State
Subdivision Name2:Rajasthan
Subdivision Type3:District
Subdivision Name3:Pali
Length:45km (28miles)
Source1:Confluence of Khari and Mithari Rivers
Source1 Location:Near Bombadra pickup weir
Mouth:Confluence with Luni River
Mouth Location:Near Lakhar village, Pali District

The Bandi River, also known as the Hemawas River, is a significant river in the Pali District of Rajasthan, India. It is formed by the confluence of the Khari and Mithari Rivers near the Bombadra pickup weir. The river flows for approximately 45 km before merging with the Luni River near the village of Lakhar.[1] [2]

Course

The Bandi River basin is located between latitudes 25°15′ and 25°55′ and longitudes 72°56' and 73°57'. Covering an area of 1,685 km², the river's catchment area primarily falls within the Pali District.

Course and Tributaries

A significant tributary of the Bandi River is the Guhiya River. Originating in the hillocks near the villages of Khariyaniv and Tharasani within the Pali District, the Guhiya River joins the Bandi River near the village of Phekariya.The Guhiya River basin spans between latitudes 24°45' and 26°14' and longitudes 72°58' and 74°14'. Encompassing a catchment area of 3,835 km², this basin is also situated within the Pali District. Notable tributaries of the Guhiya River include Raipur Luni, Radia Nadi, Guria Nadi, Lilri Nadi, Sukri, and Phunpharia Bala.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Book: Jain . Sharad K. . Hydrology and Water Resources of India . Agarwal . Pushpendra K. . Singh . Vijay P. . 2007-05-16 . Springer Science & Business Media . 978-1-4020-5180-7 . 747 . en.
  2. Book: Chouhan, T. S. . Geography of Rajasthan . 2020-02-12 . Scientific Publishers . 978-93-89184-29-7 . 51, 55, 69, 202, 247 . en.