A GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS OF TEMPORAL DYNAMICS IN UJANI RESERVOIR FISHERIES: ANNUAL TRENDS, SEASONAL PATTERNS, AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN INDAPUR TEHSIL, MAHARASHTRA.
Keywords:
Ujani Reservoir, fish sales trends, Indapur Tehsil, seasonal variation, cumulative growth and inland fisheries,,Abstract
This research investigates the multi-year trends and seasonal patterns of fish sales in Indapur
Tehsil, Maharashtra, focusing on the Ujani Reservoir fishery. Analyzing data from the Indapur
and Bhigwan landing centers between 2020-21 and 2024-25, the study identifies total revenue of
₹ 2,680.67 million. The fishery demonstrated a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of
16.04%, peaking in 2023-24 before experiencing a 10.65% decline in the final year.
Seasonal analysis reveals that the post-monsoon and winter months (October–February) are the
most productive, contributing 48.8% of annual revenue. In contrast, monsoon sales (26.6%) are
suppressed by fishing bans and hydrological conditions. These fluctuations are deeply rooted in
the region's semi-arid geography and reservoir morphology. While the fishery supports
approximately 15,000 households, the high seasonal concentration creates significant income
instability. The study recommends implementing seasonal income-smoothing mechanisms,
expanding cage culture in deeper zones, and utilizing GIS-based monitoring to enhance the
socio-economic resilience of the inland fishing community.
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