PROJECT: Shahbad Stone Mining Project PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT APPLICANT: Sri. Ravindra Reddy
1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.1 Introduction
The proposed mining lease area applied for quarrying of Shahbad Stone by Sri. Ravindra Reddy is situated in survey no. No. 19/2 of 1 Acres of Mariyan Village, Chincholi Taluk, Gulbarga District, Karnataka which is Patta Land.
India is rich in Shahbad Stone deposits and one among the leading countries in Quarrying and Export of Shahbad Stone. India has about 110 different varieties of Shahbad Stones which are different in colour and texture. These varieties are used to produce monuments, building slabs, titles, surface plates etc.
The proposed area is not fit for agriculture and technical report from Department of Mines and Geology indicate that the subject area has Shahbad Stone deposits. Detailed study of the area has been done by the applicant by sampling exposed blocks of Shahbad Stone. The salient features of the project are given Table 1.1.
Table 1.1 The Salient Features of the Project Project Name Proposed Shahbad Stone Of Sri. Ravindra Reddy Mining Lease Area 1 acre (0.404 Hect) Location of Mine At Mariyan Village, Chincholi Taluk, Gulbarga District, Karnataka Latitude & P.No Latitude Longitude Longitude A 17° 22’ 44.9” N 77° 29’ 48.7” E
B 17° 22’ 43.6” N 77° 29’ 48.7” E
C 17° 22’ 43.8” N 77° 29’ 45.7” E
D 17° 22’ 45.2” N 77° 29’ 45.7” E
Toposheet number 56G/7 & 56G/11
Minerals of mine Shahbad Stone Proposed production of mine 70000 m2/annum Method of mining Opencast Semi-mechanized method Drilling/Blasting No Blasting & Drilling is proposed Shahbad Stone is found in the form of horizontal bed.
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The horizontal layers are cutting across by circular saw machine i.e dimond saws are used to cut vertical cutting of primary layers of 6 inches then separated by using hammer and chisel No. of working days 300 days Water demand 3.0 KLD Sources of water Water will be supplied from bore wells of the nearby area Man power 40 Nearest railway station Tandur Junction railway station :17km (SE)
Nearest airport Bidar Airport: 60 Km(N)
2.0 INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT/ BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.1 Identification of Project and Project Proponent
The proposed project area is found to have good deposits of Shahbad Stone. This Stone is used as a construction material for flooring, coverings and cladding, making of kitchen articles, sculptures, and monuments etc. Open cast semi mechanized mining method is followed for quarrying of Shahbad Stone.
Sri. Ravindra Reddy is the proprietor of the proposed project located in Sy No. 19/2 of Miriyan Village, Chincholi Taluk, Gulbarga District, Karnataka, which measures around 1.00 acres. He has significant experience in Shahbad Stone mining.
2.2 Brief Information about the Project
The mining lease area of 1.00 acres is located in Patta Land. Open cast Semi- mechanized method mining is followed and it has been proposed to produce approximately 70,000 m2/annum of Shahbad Stone. The nearest habitation from the proposed project is at a distance of 1.5 kms towards south direction ie., Miriyan village.
2.3 Need for the Project and Its Importance to the Country or Region
The demand for Shahbad Stone increased due to rapid industrialization and growth in infrastructure. So the number of Shahbad Stone producing quarries is increasing in India. Shahbad Stone is the chief material in this sector, for the export industries like monuments, floorings labs, Kitchen articles, sculptures & export. Based on the demand of Shahbad Stone, the lessee intends to produce the required quantity of Shahbad Stone for domestic & international market.
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As per EIA notification 2006 project proponent is submitting the proposal to get Clearance for production capacity of 70,000 m2/annum of Shahbad Stone blocks from State Level Environmental Appraisal Committee/State level Impact Assessment Authority of Karnataka constituted by MoEF&CC, GOI for the purpose of grant of quarry lease for which Notification for grant is issued.
2.4 Demands-Supply Gap
The demand and supply for the Shahbad Stone is growing which makes a lot of scope for revenue generation. Once the stone is obtained after quarrying it is further processed and supplied to industries. India is amongst the leading exporter countries of stones in the world. The major importers of Indian stones are USA, China, UK, Italy, Belgium, Germany, UAE, Hong Kong, Spain, Taiwan, Netherlands, Canada, Turkey, France, Russia and CIS countries. The growth is continuing and the demand for marble, Shahbad Stone, sandstone and other dimensional stones and stone products is anticipated to grow at around 15% CAGR.
2.5 Domestic/ Export Markets
Although Shahbad Stone is a minor mineral, it is a major contributor in foreign exchange earnings. India is the second largest exporter of raw Shahbad Stone after China and ahead of Brazil and South Africa.
2.6 Employment Generation
Proposed mining is semi mechanized method and this project operation will provide livelihood to the 40 workers. It will provide employment to the people residing in vicinity.
3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
3.1 Type of Project Including Interlinked and Interdependent Projects, If Any.
The proposed Shahbad Stone mine is of 1.00 acres area, No interlinked projects were associated with this project.
3.2 Location of the project
The mining lease area is located in Survey No. 19/2 of Mariyan Village, Chincholi Taluk, Gulbarga District , Karnataka. The mine lease area falls in Survey of India
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Toposheet No. : 56G07 & 56G11
P.No Latitude Longitude
A 17° 22’ 44.9” N 77° 29’ 48.7” E
B 17° 22’ 43.6” N 77° 29’ 48.7” E
C 17° 22’ 43.8” N 77° 29’ 45.7” E
D 17° 22’ 45.2” N 77° 29’ 45.7” E
1 Km radius google map is given in Figure1.Location of the mining lease in Gulbarga District is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 1 1 km radius Google Map of the Study Area
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Figure 2 Location Map
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3.3 Details of Alternate Sites
No alternate site was considered as the project is mineral specific and site specific.
3.4 Size or magnitude of operation
The proposed mine has lease over an area of 1.00 acres and the production rate is 70,000 m2/annum. The lease follows open cast Semi-mechanized method mining.
Production for next five years:
The mine plan is prepared for first five years. The Mineral production target for five years is given in Table 3.1.
Table 3.1 Year wise Production Programme Total Recoverable Slab Waste excavation in volume in production in volume in Year RL in meters Cu.mt Cu.mt @ 50 Sq.mt Cu.mt % 1 456-462m 3240 1620 70000 1620 456-462m 3240 1620 70000 1620 2 450-456m 3240 1620 70000 1620 3 450-456 & 3240 1620 70000 1620 4 447-450m 447-450m 3240 1620 70000 1620 5 16200 8100 350000 8100 Total
3.5 Geology and Reserves
3.5.1 Topography The topography of the area shows gently sloppy terrain. The highest elevation of the area is 445m. above the MSL. The area is of boulders of shahbad stone. The drainage patterns are dentric to sub dentric in nature, observed in toposheet, minor drainage are outside the lease area.
3.5.2 Geology
The Bhima group is mainly consists of horizontal sandstone, shale and limestone, well exposed in the valley of river Bhima in parts of Gulbarga and Bijapur districts. This is the
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smallest of all Proterozoic basins in India. The present exposed extent of the basin is about 5200 square kilometer.The earlier classification by Bruce Foote divided the strata into two subgroups, the lower being dominantly clastic made up of sandstone and shale while the upper sequence was mainly of limestone and shale.
3.5.3 Exploration The exploration is not proposed for the next five years because the old quarried pit and beside quarry pit shows the existence of the rock at depth.
Present Status of the Area: The Q.L area was worked to a depth of 10 meters, entire lease area is of shahbad stone as shown in the Geological plan. DRG No.4
3.5.4Reserves Table 3.5.5.1 Geological Reserves Estimation Category Shahbad stone Quantity in Cubic Meter(m3),50% Recovery Total Mineral resources 20105 Proved Mineral resources 5294
3.6 PROJECT DESCRIPTION WITH PROCESS DETAILS
3.6.1 Method of Mining
Mining will be carried out by open cast Semi-mechanized method. Overburden will be (weathered rock portion) is removed by Jack Hammer drills.
The waste generated while recovering Shahbad Stone blocks will be dumped outside the quarry lease area in southeastern side in the non-agricultural land at Sy.No.19/2 effluents are going to be generated.
Shahbad stone is found in the form of horizontal bed. The horizontal layers are cutting across by circular saw machine i.e. Diamond saws are used to cut vertical cutting of primary layers of 6 inches then separated manually by using rods, hammer and chisel.
An approach road to connect the applied area and the same road will be used for transport. The machinery used to carry out the mining operations are given Table 3.3
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Table 3.3 Mining Machinery S.No Machinery Number 1 Excavators with breakers (Tata 210 LC) 1 2 Tippers 1 3 Generator 250 HP 1 4 Cutting machine with 25 HP motar 1 5 Compressor 1 6 JCBs for loading waste 1
3.7 Raw Material Required Along With Estimated Quantity, Likely Source, Marketing Area of Final Product/S, Mode of Transport of Raw Material and Finished Product
No raw material will be required in the proposed project. The operation involves the extraction of Shahbad Stone and dumping in stock yard. The dressed dimensional Shahbad Stone will be transported through hired trucks to the Shahbad Stone market or sea port.
3.7.1 Use of Mineral
Shahbad Stone will be used in domestic and international market. Shahbad Stone which is a product for decorating walls or interior space of buildings. It is now one of the most essential building materials for the decoration, durability and protection of the buildings. It is used in various ways as in;
Paving Flooring works, Kitchen articles, sculptures For domestic use
3.7.2 Processing
Processing of Shahbad Stone is not involved
3.8 Resource Optimization/ Recycling and Reuse
Not envisaged.
3.9 Availability of Water Its Source, Energy/ Power Requirement and Source
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3.9.1 Water Requirement
Water is required only for drinking purposes and dust suppression. The number of working people is around 40 so the total water requirement will be around 3.0 KLD. About 1.0 KLD will be required for dust suppression and greenbelt and 2.0KLD for drinking purpose. This water will be supplied from bore wells of nearby area.
3.10 Quantity of Wastes to be Generated (Liquid and Solid) And Scheme for their Management/ Disposal
3.10.1 Solid Waste Generation& its Disposal A total 5294 Cum quantity of mineral rejects will be generated in the present plan period. This waste shall be stacked in the dump yard provided outside the quarry lease area in eastern side in the non-agricultural land at Sy.No. 19/2 No effluents are going to be generated.
3.10.2 Liquid Effluent
No liquid effluent will be generated at the mine site. The domestic wastewater generated will be sent to septic tanks followed by soak pits.
4.0 SITE ANALYSIS
4.1 Connectivity
4.1.1 Nearest Railway Station
Tandur junction railway station:17 km (SE)
4.1.2 Nearest Airport
Bidar Airport: 60 Km(N)
4.2 LANDFORM, LANDUSE AND LAND OWNERSHIP
The mining lease is located in Patta Land. The working projected portion is devoid of any vegetation. The proposed land use is given below in Table 4.2.1
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Table 4.2.1 Proposed land Use S.No Land Use Total Area in Hectares 1 Quarrying 0.231 2 Green Belt 0.089 3 Undisturbed 0.084 Total 0.404
4.3 Topography
The topography of the area shows gently sloppy terrain. The highest elevation of the area is 445m. above the MSL. The topographic plan of the area is prepared in 1:1000 RF with 1m contour interval. For survey purpose, a temporary bench mark(TBM) with an elevation of 475m RL established and taken boundary Pillar-C of the lease area shown by the lessee and the same is used as base for the preparation of all plans.(DRG.No.3&4)
4.4 Climatic data from secondary sources
The area experiences semi-arid climate with extreme summers and the highest temperature will be about 420 will be during this season and the lowest temperature was recorded of about 200 C. During previous years the rainfall in this area was recorded about 450-566 mm/annum.
5.0 PLANNING BRIEF
5.1 Planning Concept
A Joint Inspection report quarrying was approved by Department of Mines & Geology, Govt. of Karnataka. It is proposed to produce peak production of 70000 m2/annum of Shahbad Stone from the proposed mining lease.
5.2 Population projection
The project will employ mostly workers from nearby villages. There will not be any increase in population due to the project.
5.3 Land use planning
The project site is Patta Land. There will be change in land use as the Shahbad Stone will be excavated.
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5.4 Assessment of Infrastructure Demand (Physical & Social)
On the basis of the preliminary site visit, the infrastructure demand in the villages was assessed on the basis of need and priority.
5.5 Amenities/Facilities
Site Services like Work shed, First Aid, Drinking water as required are provided outside the leased area.
6.0 PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE
6.1 Industrial Area (Processing Area)
No infrastructure is proposed.
6.2 Residential Area (Non Processing Area)
As the local persons will be given employment, no residential area/ housing is proposed within the mining lease area.
6.3 Green Belt
Green belt will be developed along the boundaries of mine lease area.
6.4 Water Management
About 1.0 KLD will be required dust suppression and greenbelt purpose and about 2.0 KLD for drinking therefore total water requirement is 3.0 KLD. This water will be supplied from bore wells of the nearby area.
6.5 Sewerage System
The domestic wastewater generated will be sent to septic tanks followed by soak pits.
6.6 Industrial Waste Management
Not applicable.
6.7 Solid Waste management
A total 5294 Cum quantity of mineral rejects will be generated in the present plan period. This waste shall be stacked in the dump yard provided outside the quarry lease area in eastern side in the non-agricultural land
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7.0 REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT (R&R) PLAN
Not Applicable.
8.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE & COST ESTIMATES
The Total cost of project would be around Rs. 12 lakhs.
9.0 ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL (FINAL RECOMMENDATIONS)
9.1 Financial and Social Benefits with Special Emphasis on the Benefit to the Local People Including Tribal Population, If Any, In the Area.
Although Shahbad Stone is a minor mineral, it is a major contributor in foreign exchange earnings. India is also amongst the largest producer of raw Shahbad Stone and the sector is quite developed and vibrant in the South, as well as in Rajasthan and Gujarat, with a dedicated resource of entrepreneurs.
This project will also provide employment to local people helping them earn livelihood.
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