CHAPTER-1: PROJECT BACKGROUND
1.1 Project Area
Sambalpur Municipal Corporation has been notified as a Municipal Corporation, as per the
notification no 32943/ HUD dated 15th November 2013 of Housing & Urban Development
Department by a merger of old Sambalpur Municipality, old Burla NAC, old Hirakud NAC
and seven Gram Panchayats (GPs) from Dhankauda block and five Gram Panchayats
(GPs) from Maneswar block , is located in the western part of Odisha on the banks of
Mahanadi, is famous for its rich heritage and culture. The World's longest Earthen Dam,
(Hirakud) is located within the close vicinity of the SMC area. The SMC area is house to the
famous Sambalpuri Cotton & Silk Sarees. Sambalpur City is located at latitude 21.46 and
longitude 83.97 and is the district headquarters of Sambalpur district which is administered
by Sambalpur Municipal Corporation (SMC). The present Project area for provision of
sewerage system encompasses
Sambalpur town and Hirakud town.
The geographical area of the district is about 6702 sq Km whereas the Municipal
Corporation Area of Sambalpur is 303 square kilometers which majorly constitutes densely
old habitation on a combination of a plain and rolling terrain. The total municipal area of
under SMC is 303 sq. km includes 33.66 sq. km of old Sambalpur municipal area, 19.42 sq.
km of old Burla NAC area and 11.31 sq. km of Hirakud area and 238.44 sqkm of 54 villages.
There are 41 numbers of wards under SMC are. The SMC area is administered by
Sambalpur Municipal Corporation. The MAP of SMC area showing the 41 wards is shown in
image 1.1 below.
Image 1.1: Administrative Map under SMC
1.1.1 Demography
The population of the municipal corporation was recorded as 3,35,761 as per the census of
2011 with 78,803 households. The Municipal area is divided into 41 wards and includes 171
no’s of slums.
The sex ratio of Sambalpur is 929 in 2001. Between 1991 and 2001, the ratio has
recorded a continuous increase from 893 to 929. In the year 2001 it has reached 929, which
is higher than the state urban average of 895 and national urban average of 901The literacy
rate of the city, which is 79.09%, is less than the state literacy rate and the female literacy
rate, which is 71.47%, is far less than the male literacy rate Figure 86.16%.
1.1.2 Climate
The SMC area experiences an extreme type of climate with hot and dry Summer followed by
humid monsoon and cold Winter. The hot season commences from 1st week of March and
lasts till the second half of June. In May, the temperature rises to 47°. Similarly in December,
the temperature comes down to 5° to 11°C. Sambalpur gets rainfall from the South-Western
monsoon. The relative humidity is high during the rainy season generally over 75%. After the
rainy season, the humidity gradually decreases, and the weather becomes dry towards the
winter. The heaviest-ever recorded rainfall in Sambalpur was 581.9 mm (22.91 in) in 1982,
which was the highest ever in Odisha until September 2010. In the recent past high rainfall
of as high as 459 mm in Jul 2021 followed by 488 mm in Aug 2021 has been observed.
1.1.3 Topography
The physiographic of the land in Sambalpur Development Area, (SDA) is undulating. Burla
has undulating land with hilly terrain. The land at Hirakud is ragged. Ranges of hills and
crisscross drainage channels from the hilly ranges are connected to the river Mahanadi and
its tributaries. The ground slopes from North-West to South-East with few rock formations
strewn on the ground. The area has mostly red soil. Mixed red and black soil is found in the
southern part of Sambalpur. The landscape of the Sambalpur, Burla, and Hirakud urban
complex has a wonderful range of hills, forests, highlands, rivers, rivulets, ponds and nallahs
offering opportunities to create well-knit natural spots.
Figure 1: Topographic Layout of Sambalpur Corporation Area
The naturally occurring stormwater drainage channels such as Harad Jore, Dhobi Jore and
Tangra Nalla (Nalla No3(Drain-3) and Nala-1 (Drain-1) and Nala-2(Drain-2) flow through the
old Sambalpur town area (pre-corporation area) draining stormwater of the city area to
Mahanadi River, whereas Hirakud town is drained by the natural Branch Nalla No 1 and 2
draining to Mahanadi River. Burla’s drainage system is largely catered by the power channel
passing through the town.
1.1.4 Administrative Divisions and Town Management
The city administration is vested with the Sambalpur Municipality Corporation. Sambalpur
Municipality Corporation is governed by the Orissa Municipality Corporation Act, 2003.
Sambalpur Municipality Corporation came into being in 2013 amalgamating erstwhile
Sambalpur Municipality, Hirakud NAC and Burla NAC, having 41 numbers of administrative
wards with an elected Chair Person and Corporator for each ward. Development Authority
(SDA) was constituted to regulate and monitor the development of the city. SDA functions
under the Orissa Development Authorities Act. SDA undertakes the preparation of the
development plans, zonal plans and regulates development in its area including building
plans.
1.1.5 Commercial Aspects
Sambalpur city is the hub of commercial, institutional and administrative activities on which
surrounding towns and villages lay emphasis for supply of provisions, durables and other
necessities of life. Burla and Hirakud integrally depend on Sambalpur for their basic needs of
trade. Commercial establishments of Sambalpur have been broadly divided into two groups
viz Commodity handling services and non-commodity handling services.
The place is famous for its globally renowned textile bounded patterns and fabrics; locally
known as Baandha. The Sambalpur sarees are world famous and are traded in the city area.
1.1.6 Educational Activities
The newly constituted SMC area is a major educational hub of western Odisha, having many
important institutions like Dr. Parsuram Mishra Training College, Gangadhar Meher College,
N.S.C.B. College, Women's College, Sambalpur University, VSS Medical College & Hospital,
VSS University of Technology (formerly University College of Engineering) and Indian
Institute of Management.
1.1.7 Religious, Cultural And Tourism Activities
Sambalpur derives its name from that of the Goddess Samaleswari; an incarnation of Shakti,
who is regarded as the reigning deity of the region. The town is a center of cultural activities
and tourist attraction due to the presence of Hirakud dam and Samaleswari temple.
Sambalpur is the gateway to the western part of the Orissa. The city is famous for its dance,
tribal culture and Sambalpuri sari and the city is getting momentum as tourist destination due
to its closeness to many important tourist attractions. These include Huma Temple,
Ghanteshwari , Usakothi and Deojharan. Sambalpur city has a number of standard hotels
and two of them belong to the star category. There are a number of restaurants as well.
1.1.8 Socio-Economic Status
The socio-economic status of the Sambalpur Municipal Corporation area in Odisha, India, is
characterized by a mix of urban development with pockets of socio-economic challenges,
primarily relying on trade as its economic backbone, with a population that includes a
significant urban agglomeration encompassing Burla and Hirakud, and exhibiting an average
literacy rate above the national average; however, issues like slum development and uneven
income distribution persist within the area.
1.1.9 Industrial Activities
The primary industrial activities in the Sambalpur Municipality area include handloom textile
manufacturing, particularly the renowned Sambalpuri sarees, along with power-intensive
industries like aluminum smelting, cable manufacturing, and steel re-rolling mills, which were
established due to the availability of electricity from the Hirakud Dam; other notable
industries include rice milling and sponge iron production, with some mining activities for coal
and china clay also present in the district. Sambalpur Town has large rice mills, an oil Mill
and a foundry besides there are a number of small-scale industries.
Industrial Estate of city is located towards the northwest part of the town and an approach
road connects it with National Highway No. 6. Sambalpur Municipal Corporation area is likely
to benefit greatly from the emerging industrial areas at Jarsuguda, which is located at about
50 Km from the city. Jarsuguda has witnessed setting up of 10 to 12 steel plants in the last
few years and is likely to grow further. Sambalpur Municipal Corporation area is likely to act
as a potential residential hub to support the industrial growth happening around due to its
natural beauty, salubrious atmosphere, institutional and educational infrastructure and
cultural and touristic potential.
1.1.10 Existing Infrastructures
1.1.10.1 Water Supply
The SMC area with a present projected population of 438823 with growing institutional,
commercial and industrial demand, is supplied with about 82MLD of clear water
including all losses against a present clear water demand of about 110MLD. The major
source of water is Hirakud reservoir, other sources are Mahanadi River, power channel
and ground water from 49 production wells.
Total storage capacity of distribution reservoirs is about 54.99 ML consisting of CWR,
MBR, UGR, GSR, OGR and ESR. Total length of raw water and clear water rising mains
are 38.98KM a.d 61.6 KM respectively with distribution pipeline of 1184.42KM. There
are about 75412 service connections including domestic, commercial, institutional and
industrial purposes.
The present water supply is intermittent type having supply of 2-4 hrs in a day. Present
rate of water supply is 135lpcd. Zonal reservoir-based distribution management is
practiced. The present intermittent supply system has inherent weaknesses such as low
pressure, quality issues, inequitable distribution etc.
The State Government has awarded an EPC tender during 2025 for improvement of
water supply to SMC area from intermittent to 24X7 system fully pressurized system
meeting water quality standards as per IS10500 and nodal pressure requirements as
per CPHEEO manual. The work is under progress.
1.1.10.2 Sewerage Collection and Treatment System
Sambalpur was not having any sewerage system; local residents were having septic
tanks for disposal of domestic sewage, and out falls of septic tanks were connected to
storm water drainage system. Most of the households used to dispose their septic tank
holdings by tankers and disposed in the low-lying areas. The unregulated disposal of
sewage in storm water drains was an environmental and health concern for the local
residents, which was frequently raised as a political issue for Sambalpur town. To
overcome these issues; Odisha Water Supply Sewerage Board (OWSSB) has started
implementation of Sewerage Project at Sambalpur City in the year 2015. The Project
Preparation was done by M/s TTI Consulting Engineers Pvt Ltd for core city area in the
year 2015-16. As per the scheme Sambalpur city was divided into 8 clusters as per
ground slopes and watersheds. The scheme had provision for 252.8KMS of different
diameters of sewers with 8(Eight) pumping stations, , 7.28 Km of pumping mains and
40MLD SBR based STP. Subsequently, Execution works for core area for Sambalpur
City was awarded to M/S Gharpure Engineering & construction(p) Ltd. in the year
2017. It was targeted to complete implementation of Sewerage Project by the year
2020 and till now 40-50% works has been completed till now due to various reasons.
As per the present status, sewerage system for catchment areas C-5 to C-8, which
encompasses Anguliapada, Sarla Village, Kuluthkani, Turipoda Kumarpada, and the 40
MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) based on SBR technology at Bhatra, has been
successfully executed and commissioned. However, the networking for catchment areas
C-1 to C-3, partially covered are not fully connected to STP. Out of 252.8 KM sewer
length planned, only 92.56 KM implemented. Similarly, out of 8 pumping stations, 4
pumping stations namely SPS-3, SPS- 5, SPS-6, SPS-7 have been executed along with
two MHPS-3 and 5. image presented below showing existing sewerage collection
coverage.
Image 1.2: Existing sewerage collection coverage
1.1.10.3 Solid Waste Management
According to the sanitary office, SMC generates an estimated 196 TPD of municipal
solid waste. The door-to-door collection service reaches 95% of households, with solid
waste being collected daily. The collected waste is deposited at 11 Material Collection
Centres (MCC) and Material Recovery Facilities (MRF), of which 9 are operational while
2 are currently under construction. All facilities are managed by Self-Help Groups
(SHGs).
The capacity of these MCC/MRF facilities is designed to accommodate 5 TPD of wet
waste and 10 TPD dry waste. The door-to-door collection is facilitated by 100 Battery
Operated Vehicles (BOV), of which, at present, 68 are operational. Additionally, the SMC
operates 88 Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV), of which 68 are utilized for residential
waste collection and 20 for commercial waste collection.
Out of the total solid waste generated in the project area, i.e. 196 TPD, 35 TPD are
processed at the MCC/MRF facilities. The processed output of about 30 TPD is
transported to JSW (Siba Cement) for their use. The remaining waste remains
unprocessed. In terms of sanitation infrastructure, SMC is equipped with 83 public
toilets, 36 of which are maintained by SHGs, 47 by Sulabh International, and 11 are
classified as hybrid. Furthermore, SMC operates three Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants
(FSTP) each of 20 KLD capacity, located in Khandual, Burla, and Silipathar.
Among the 41 wards, maintenance responsibilities are distributed as follows: 23 wards
are overseen by M/s Pratush Pvt Ltd, 11 by M/s Barik Pvt Ltd, and the remaining 7
wards are managed directly by SMC. SMC has engaged 92 Swachh Sathis and 27
Supervisors for revenue collection and solid waste management. A user fee of Rs. 30.00
is charged monthly per household for these services.
1.1.10.4 Drainage
The elevated terrain surrounding the Hirakud Dam site, situated to the northwest of
Sambalpur city, features a gradual slope towards the southeast, which enables natural
drainage discharge to the Mahanadi River. This topographical characteristic facilitates
the movement of stormwater from various areas of the city into the river.
According to information, the total length of sub-drains and minor drains is 464.22 km
connected to the seven natural drains discharging to Mahanadi River.
1.2 Need for the Project
A. The present sewerage system partially covers the core city area of Sambalpur city
covering a population of about The present water supply to Sambalpur and Hirakud
town is about 70 MLD, which is getting augmented to 110 MLD in 2026 with
intermediate and ultimate year projection of 200MLD and 270 MLD in 2043 and
2068 respectively. As per the present water supply, around 56MLD of sewage is
generated in 2025, will become 88MLD in 2026, 160MLD in 2043 and …..MLD in
2058.
B. As per 2025 scenario, based on the extent of sewer collection system executed, the
present sewerage system caters to a flow of about 20MLD, thereby even at present
about 36 MLD of sewage escapes to the storm water channels discharging to the
Mahanadi river thereby polluting the river. The condition will further aggravate with
increase in population with augmented water supply.
C. Dry weather fow of sewage /partially treated sewage
D. Present water distribution network is in a complex situation by having loops,
unidentified flow through network, that results in low pressure and inadequate
quantity of water and unidentified underground leakages. Therefore, it is imperative
to improve the existing distribution system to achieve an equitable and sustainable 24
X 7 water supply to all the area of Sambalpur city. An isolated DMA system need to
be implemented that helps minimal water loss with adequate quality, quantity &
pressured water to the consumer end. The water supply system needs
comprehensive augmentation, and the existing intermittent supply is required to be
converted to 24X7 water supply with metered functional tap connections with
instrumentation, control & automation to cover all households of Municipal boundary
under this project to achieve 24X7 water supply Quality as per Indian standard code
IS 10500.
1.3 Project Objectives
1.2.1. The objectives of the project is to provide quality drinking water (IS 10500
standard) to every home on a round-the clock (24X7) basis with 100% house
connections with metering to ensure equitable water supply for every household total
area of Sambalpur city.
1.2.2. Work under this scope with EMC, is to review existing water supply system and
prepare a Detail project report for implementation of 24X7 water supply system.
1.4 Scope Of Services
Preparation of Detail Project Report of 24X7 Water Supply system in accordance with
CPHEEO manual design guidelines and water supply standards. The scope of work
for the DPR will include the following points.
1. Collect the necessary details of Asset survey, Topographical survey and project
related documentation form client & investigate to identify gaps in data and
information.
2. Study & assess the existing water supply system including the various water
supply plans & ongoing projects
3. To identify and assess potential sustainable sources and multiple sources in case
of inadequacy of single source.
4. Based on the survey data received from client, a conceptual Schematic water
supply plan shall be prepared showing proper location of water source i.e. intake
well, alignment of raw and clear water rising mains and distribution networks,
cross-drainage features, canal, road (State Highway / National Highway) and
railway crossing etc., Pumping Stations (PS), water treatment plant / unit, elevated
storage reservoir & ground storage reservoir and availability power supply etc.
along with GIS based mapping of the existing infrastructure.
5. Preparation of GIS asset maps.
6. Population Projection, Demand Assessment
7. Design and analysis of water supply components.
Intake well capacity calculation
WTP required capacity analysis.
Economic Rising main sizing of Raw water Rising Main & Clear water Rising
Main
Service Reservoir capacity calculation as per CHHEEO manual.
Hydraulic design of distribution network using Water Gems software, Creating
DMA, to achieve 24 X 7 supply.
Design Raw, Clear water & distribution pumping system
Electro-mechanical and instrumentation design including control philosophy for
entire system for running an automation system including integrating into GIS
platform.
8. Preparation of BOQ, cost estimates etc with the help of Odisha State
PWD/PH/RWSS analysis of rates. The cost estimate should be as per the current
Schedule of Rates (SOR)-2022 for the scheduled items. Non-Scheduled items
shall be based on the lowest current prevailing market rates.
9. Documentation and Report Preparation- Comprehensive report should include all
the above-mentioned information.
10. Preparation of Philosophy & manpower requirement for Operation & Maintenance.
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Chapter-1
Project Background
1.1 Introduction
Sambalpur, the fifth largest city of the state of Odisha is located at the western part of
Odisha on the bank of river Mahanadi. The World's longest Earthen Dam (Hirakud) is
about 15 Kms away from Sambalpur town. Sambalpur city, which is the district head
quarter of Sambalpur district, is situated at the basin of river Mahanadi. Sambalpur derives
its name from the Hindu Goddess Maa Samalei, who is regarded as the main deity of that
region and whole western Odisha.
Sambalpur is known for its Sambalpuri folk dance, unique handloom (Sambalpuri Silk
Saree), and handicrafts. The city contains many temples, historic buildings and parks. The
city is house to many renowned educational institutions such as Sambalpur University,
Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), Veer Surendra
Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Gangadhar Meher University, Indian Institute of
Management, Sambalpur and Odisha State Open University (OSOU).
It has a rich tribal heritage and various forest lands are located near the town. Its
topography is having gentle slope towards River Mahanadi. The city is elevated at North-
East and slopes towards South-West. River Mahanadi flows at the South-West of the city
from West to east at the South side. Two hillocks viz Brooks hill and Buddaraja hill, are
located at the centre of the Sambalpur town divides the town into various drainage zones.
Sambalpur city is located downstream side of Hirakud Dam. NH-6 passes through the city.
The city is well connected to other parts of the state and the country through roads and
railways.
1.2 Project Background
Sambalpur was not having any sewerage system; local residents were having septic tanks
for disposal of domestic sewage, and out falls of septic tanks were connected to storm
water drainage system. Most of the households used to dispose their septic tank holdings
by tankers and disposed in the low-lying areas. The unregulated disposal of sewage in
storm water drains was an environmental and health concern for the local residents, which
was frequently raised as a political issue for Sambalpur town. To overcome these issues;
Odisha Water Supply Sewerage Board (OWSSB) has started implementation of Sewerage
Project at Sambalpur City in the year 2015. The Project Preparation was done by M/s TTI
Consulting Engineers Pvt Ltd for core city area in the year 2015-16. Sambalpur city was
divided into 8 clusters as per ground slopes and watersheds. Execution works for core
area for Sambalpur City was awarded to M/S Gharpure Engineering & construction(p) Ltd.
in the year 2017. It was targeted to complete implementation of Sewerage Project by the
year 2020 and till now 40-50% works has been completed till now due to various reasons.
Out of
Government of Odisha has assigned the responsibility to WATCO (Water Corporation of
Odisha), a Government of Odisha Owned non-profit company under Housing and Urban
Development, to provide basic infrastructure facilities in water supply and sewerage sector
in urban local bodies of Odisha.
WATCO has initiated their efforts for preparation of Sewerage Project for Sambalpur City &
Hirakud area (Area comprising ward no 8 to Ward no 41). Sambalpur Municipal
corporation situated at northern side of river Mahanadi, which includes Sambalpur city,
Hirakud and 12 GPs old panchayat area which are now covered under Sambalpur
Municipal corporation. This will include improvement in Sewerage System in Sambalpur
Town within the project area including laying of gravity sewer network, construction of
Manholes, Sewage Pumping main, Sewage pumping stations, Manhole pumping stations
& sewerage treatment plant (STP).
Objective of the project
Sewerage system in urban areas is basic requirement of any urban local body. Coverage to
sewerage system is very low because of rapid urbanisation, industrialisation, population
growth and due to rapid urbanization, slum population has increase in cities. Almost 80% of
Indian population does not have proper sewerage system. After the SBM (Swachh Bharat
mission) initiative by the Govt of India, most of the household are covered with toilet system
at household level as well as community toilets for slums dwellers. However, most of the
Toilets in urban areas are yet to be connected to the Sewerage system. Some households
are having Septic tank in their own campus and some house hold discharge the sewerage to
nallahs/Drains. Sewage flows through the nallahs and mix with the connecting waterbodies
without any treatment. Water bodies get contaminated as untreated sewage is discharged in
water bodies. Ground water is also get contaminated due to disposal of sewage in water
body or in open trenches, seepage from septic tanks.
The main objective of this project is described as follows:
To improve the standard of living of the residents of Sambalpur.
provide the most essential basic facility to all the residents of the town;
To eradicate the mosquito problem;
To avoid the recurring expenditure on septic tank cleaning;
To avoid ground water contamination.
Overall, for the improved health & sanitation of the people of Sambalpur
Overview of the Project Sambalpur:
PROJECT AREA:
The project area includes ward no 8 to 41 of Sambalpur Municipal Corporation (northern
side of river Mahanadi), which contains Sambalpur city, Hirakud and adjoining
panchayat areas (which are now covered under Sambalpur municipal corporation).
The remaining areas of Sambalpur Municipal Corporation i.e Burla (Ward no’s 1 to 7) is not
part of present proposal. Project area map is as under;
Figure 1:2: Project Area
Geography:
Sambalpur is located at latitude 21.46 and longitude 83.97. Sambalpur city is administered
by Sambalpur Municipal Corporation (SMC). The geographical area of the district is about
6702 sq. Km., whereas the Municipal area of Sambalpur is 303 square kilometres (ref -
Sambalpur Municipality) which majorly constitutes densely old habitation on a combination
of a plain and rolling terrain. The total municipal area of 303 sq.km. includes 33.66 sq. kms
of old Sambalpur municipal area, 87.30 sq.km. old Burla NAC area and 49.02 sq.km. of
Hirakud area and other areas of old Panchayats. It has an average elevation of 150 m.
from MSL.
Figure 1:3: Location of Sambalpur City
Previously Sambalpur Municipality was consists of 29 wards consists of core Sambalpur
old city area only. Burla NAC & Hirakud NAC were separate body. In 2013-14 Sambalpur
Municipal corporation was formed by merging Old Sambalpur Municipality, old Burla NAC,
old Hirakud NAC, 7 GPs of Dhankauda block & 5 GPs of Maneswar block.
Now Sambalpur Municipal corporation (SMC) consists of 41 wards. Ward no 1 to 7 falls
under Burla, this area is situated at the south side of River Mahanadi. Ward no 8 to 41
which consists of Hirakud, Sambalpur core city & 12 gps. (added under SMC) are at the
northern side of river Mahanadi.
Climate:
Sambalpur experiences an extreme type of climate with hot and dry summers followed by
humid monsoons and cold winters. The hot season commences from the first week of
March and lasts until the second half of June. The summer gives way to the monsoon
season. After the rainy season the humidity gradually decreases and the weather becomes
dry towards the winter. The best time to visit Sambalpur is between September and March.
Temperature:
In May, the temperature rises up to 47 °C (117 °F). In December, the temperature comes
down to 5 °C (41 °F). The most pleasant months in Sambalpur are from October to
February, during which time the humidity and heat are at their lowest. During this period,
temperatures during the day stay below 30 °C (86 °F) and drop to about 20 °C (68 °F) at
night. This season is followed by a hot summer, from March to May.
Rainfall:
Sambalpur gets rainfall from the south western monsoon. The heaviest-ever recorded
rainfall in Sambalpur was 581.9 mm (22.91 in) in 1982, which was the highest ever in
Odisha until September 2010. The low-lying areas of the Sambalpur town on Mahanadi
River are prone to flooding.
Demography:
The population of the Sambalpur municipal corporation was recorded 3,35,761 as per the
census of 2011 (this includes Burla & Hirakud) with 78,803 households. The Municipal
corporation area is divided in to 41 wards and includes 171 no’s of slums. The literacy rate
in Sambalpur is 85.69%, with male literacy at 90.30% and female literacy at 80.92%. The
sex ratio is 942, and the child sex ratio is 882.
Figure 1:4 :Map of Sambalpur Municipal Corporation
Economy:
Sambalpur is the major trading gateway of western Odisha. The economy of Sambalpur is
basically dependent on business. Most of the residents are either salaried employee or
self-employed. Gole Bazaar is the main merchandising area of the city. Budharaja is the
central hub of the malls and jewellery shops.
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited is located at Sambalpur,
Another Industry is Hindalco which is associated with aluminium smelter plant. Other
Industrial units and small-scale industries are also present in Hirakud area.
Population data
As per 2011 census, the total population of Sambalpur Municipal corporation was 3,35,761
no’s and 78803 no’s households were there. The census 2011-year population for the
project area was 274636 no’s and 64660 no’s household.
As per the land use pattern and the census population data the population density in the
panchayat areas is very low. In two no’s wards of Hirakud population density is high and in
rest wards of Hirakud population density is low. The population density in core Sambalpur
area is of mixed pattern, in four no’s ward situated at the outer periphery of core Sambalpur
town, the population density is low, so there is a potential rapid population growth in these
areas because of new residential & commercial development trend, there is medium
density of population in five no’s wards situated in between outer periphery & city centre,
so there is chance of medium population growth rate in these wards, where as in ten no’s
wards situated at city centre population density is too high, so there is very less chance of
any increase in population, except floating population, as these areas are at the centre of
city which are already developed.
Considering project completion period for 3 years, the Base design year has been
considered as 2028, Intermediate design year has been considered for next 15 years as
2043 & ultimate design year has been considered for next 30 years as 2058. So, there is
chance of growth of population at the periphery and surrounding areas of the city for
development of new residential & commercial zones. So, Population projection has been
done as per FAR based Density area method.
Existing Infrastructure- Water Supply, Drainage & sewerage
EXISTING WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM
The Water supply system in Sambalpur is maintained by WATCO, Sambalpur. The city is
covered with piped water supply network & there is proposal for 24x7 Water supply scheme
under AMRUT programme. So, every house hold shall be covered with 24x7 water supply
network. Presently one 40 MLD WTP is at Barheipalli, one 4 MLD WTP at Ainthapali, one 9
MLD WTP is at Hirakud & one 2 MLD WTP at Sankrama is under construction. There is a
proposal for 65 MLD WTP at Jamdarpalli. Main source for raw water is river Mahanadi.
Sambalpur town will be covered under 24 x 7 water supply scheme. As per 24x7 water
supply scheme the NRW will be limited to maximum 15%. So as per CPHEEO for Water
supply norm, there will be 135 LPCD supply to Sambalpur town.
MAJOR DRAINS/ NALLAHS
There are four major drainage channels/Nallah in Sambalpur town such as Mandalia Jore,
Dhobi Jore, Tangna Nala and Harda Jore. The topography of Sambalpur town is saucer
shaped. So, during monsoon flooding like situation occurs at low lying areas of Sambalpur
town.
EXISTING SEWERAGE SYSTEM
Sambalpur City is partly covered with sewerage system and 40 mld STP at Bhatra
commissioned in the year 2019-20. Areas such as Anguliapada, Sarla Village, Kuluthkani,
Turipoda Kumarpada of Sambalpur core town are partly covered with sewerage system.
The project for Sambalpur core town was awarded to M/s Gharpure Engineering &
Construction pvt. Ltd. as per the DPR prepared by M/S TTI Consulting Engineers Pvt Ltd in
the year 2015-16. As of 16 th April 2025, 35% of the network partly commissioned, 23%
network connected to STP, 16% network commissioned, 23% network is planned for part
commissioning.
Need of the project
In the year 2015-16, M/S TTI Consulting Engineers Pvt Ltd prepared a Detailed project
report for Sewerage system of core Sambalpur town. The core Sambalpur town was
divided into 8 no’s of clusters watershed based on the natural drainage pattern & contour
of the city. The estimated cost of the project was Rs. 405.16 Cr. including operation &
maintenance cost.
Out of the 8 no’s clusters of Sambalpur core town, the sewerage system for some of the
clusters such as C-5, C-6, C-7, C-8 & C-3(P) which encompasses Anguliapada, Sarla
Village, Kuluthkani, Turipoda Kumarpada, and the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP –
40MLD) at Bhatra, has been partly executed and partly commissioned. However,
sewerage system for Clusters C-1, C-2, C-3 & C-4 has yet not been initiated. No sewerage
system is there for Hirakud area & the adjoining panchayat areas (which area now covered
under Sambalpur Municipal Corporation)
Now the authority wants to prepare a Detailed project report for the Sewerage system of
Sambalpur Municipal Corporation (Ward no 8 to 41) excluding Burla. There is a need to
increase in sewerage collection network, pumping stations to be added to cater the
uncovered areas and newly developed areas within the core city and development of new
Sewerage system in Hirakud & Adjoining panchayat areas (which are now part of
Sambalpur Municipal Corporation).
Scope of Work:
To Prepare Detailed Project Reports of Sewerage system for the project area in
accordance to CPHEEO manual design guidelines. The scope of work for the DPR will
include the below points, but not limited to:
a. Primary and Secondary data collection
b. Assessment of existing sewerage infrastructures
c. Assessment of previous studies
d. Survey and Investigations with Total station (TS)/ DGPS
e. To carry out soil investigation at STP site & pumping stations
f. To carry out trail pit at 0.5 km to 1 km interval for gravity sewer main / Pumping
main
g. Population Projection Assessment
h. Sewage generation calculation
i. Hydraulic / Sewer modelling
j. Planning and design for integrating the proposed sewer collection system with
the existing system.
k. To identify suitable Land for pumping stations & STP.
l. Trenchless sewer laying designs for congested locations.
m. Detailed structural design and drawings of STP. SPS, IPS, manholes. Pumping
arrangement, thrust blocks, chambers for sewer appurtenances and power
supply and other related structures etc.
n. Preparation of Bill of Quantity.
o. Cost Estimation for the project.
p. Technical specification
q. O&M plan
r. Electro-mechanical and instrumentation, drawings. designs, calculations for the
comprehensive system.
s. Preparation of Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Design Objectives
To achieve the specific needs of the project, the following design objectives have been
evolved.
a. Ensure integration of existing sewer collection system with the proposed network for
continuous sewer flow from consumer end to Sewerage Treatment Plant as per
design need.
b. Confirmation of availability of Land for construction of sewerage pumping station,
manhole pumping station, sewerage Treatment plant & sewerage network
alignment.
c. Consideration of Nalla/ Drain crossing, NH/SH crossing, etc.
d. Design criteria considered as per CPHEEO manual on Sewerage & Sewage
Treatment system, Published in 2013
The design philosophy ensures the application of modern technologies, problem-
solving techniques. The design approach will include optimization engineering
solutions that are flexible and readily available. Hydraulic analysis shall be done by use
of Sewer Gems hydraulic modelling software developed by BENTLEY.
