The present study was undertaken to analyze the optimum extraction of groundwater in watershed areas for sustainable use. There was lack of efficient irrigation facility is the major cause for low agricultural productivity in Karnataka due to its over exploitation is leading to continuous decline in the groundwater table. The study was followed purposive random sampling for selection of micro-watersheds and based on the primary data all groundwater irrigated farmers of respective micro-watershed areas were interviewed. | Optimum extraction of groundwater for sustainable use in watershed areas