The Site is an oxbow lake located on the southern edge of the Ganga (Ganges) River. The flood pulses of the Ganges influence land use and land cover in the wetland, exposing marshes and agricultural areas during the dry months and increasing inundation after monsoons. During flooding events, the wetland acts as a buffer for nearby villages. In total, over 50 bird species are found in the Site and its surroundings; in the pre-monsoon season, exposed marshland and shrubs provide food and breeding habitats. Local communities rely on the wetland for fishing, farming and irrigation. Each year, during a traditional festival, villagers work together to remove weeds and clean the catchment area.