ASSESSMENT OF SOLID WASTES IN DIFFERENT AREAS OFKHANYAN, HOOGHLY, WEST BENGAL, INDIAMILITA ROYAbstract The present study was aimed at the assessment of the stray waste available in different areas of Khanyan village highlighting the college campus. Observations of solid wastes in the three landmark areas station, roadside areas and college campus revealed the presence of at least 57different types of wastes that varied in relative abundance and weight. Although linked to different origin and shape, the weight of the solid wastes varied to a considerable extent ranging from 0.06 to 209.3 g. The total solid wastes were divided into 6 major categories depending on their sources. The pollutants were again classified according to their origin. At present, no treatment is provided to these solid wastes in this village. More than 90% of the total wastes are directly disposed in an unsatisfactory manner without providing earth cover. This method of dumping can lead to soil as well as ground water pollution. The problem of pollution to some extent can be solved by awareness and with the help of the local people. |