ECO- Sanitation Toilets were constructed in Marakakanam block of Villupuram district for the benefit of families with their marginal contribution
Narrative
In South India, the concept and technology of ecological sanitation has been strongly promoted by Mr. Paul Calvert for the last ten years. The most common model of ‘ecosan’ implemented in Tamilnadu till date is a composting toilet with separation of urine and possibly also of wash water.
For the first time in the entire Villupuram District the ECO- Sanitation Toilets were constructed with the help of Eco-Pro, Auroville and DRDA (UNICEF and TSC Fund) for the benefit of these families with their marginal contribution.
- Impact Assessment (M&E) Phase Project completed on 31 Dec, 2011 Implementation Phase
- Implementation Phase Project started on 5 Apr, 2006 Preparation Phase
ECO- Sanitation Toilets were constructed in Marakakanam block of Villupuram district for the benefit of families with their marginal contribution
Narrative
In South India, the concept and technology of ecological sanitation has been strongly promoted by Mr. Paul Calvert for the last ten years. The most common model of ‘ecosan’ implemented in Tamilnadu till date is a composting toilet with separation of urine and possibly also of wash water.
For the first time in the entire Villupuram District the ECO- Sanitation Toilets were constructed with the help of Eco-Pro, Auroville and DRDA (UNICEF and TSC Fund) for the benefit of these families with their marginal contribution.
Sustainability
Creating and measuring long-term impact
People who are able to understand the concept of eco-sanitation facility, they use the toilet in a proper manner. Rs. 500/- p.a.
Other Issues
Unusual and unexpected issues faced during project execution
Disposable of dry compost
Learnings
Knowledge of project and process for sharing
In the post scenario of Tsunami, the Palmyra rehabilitation program formed two women SHG’s, comprising of 40 women namely “Alaiyosai” (sound of waves), and “Kadalparavai” (sea birds). After seeing the success of the project and the utility value among the women folk in the area this activity has been replicated to two other villages namely, Vada Agaram and Edaicherry. As of now 75 such toilets were constructed.
Impact
People Impacted: 500
People Getting Sanitation: 500
Maintenance/Operating Costs Annual, in US$: $500
Creating and measuring long-term impact
People who are able to understand the concept of eco-sanitation facility, they use the toilet in a proper manner. Rs. 500/- p.a.
Funding
- funded:
- $10,745
- Community:
- $1,074
- Final Cost:
- $11,819
- $10,745:
- Auro Annam, Auroville