his study is an attempt to bring to light the economic and social
conditions of inland fishermen of Malampuzha reservoir, based on the primary
data collected from a sample of 24 riverine fishermen who constitute more
than 50% of the total number of fishermen in the study area . All these
fishermen are members of Malampuzha SC/ST Reservoir Fisheries
Cooperative Society. Data were collected by interview method using a
pre-tested questionnaire . 79 .17% of respondents are literate, though the
literacy is largely confined to primary level (45 .83%) . Both agriculture and
fisheries provide work during the season and most of people, both men and
women, shift from one type of job to another based on season . The financial
status and the living conditions of the respondents are discussed .
Key words : Economic status, reservoir fishermen, Malampuzha