Question

Describe the distribution of coal in india in 30 words

Answer 1

Hey Friend,

Coalfields in India are distributed into two categories -

1. Gondwana coalfields -
    98% of coal in india is of this type. These are good quality (bituminous coal).

Important coalfields - Ranigunj (West Bengal) and Jharia (Jharkhand)

2. Tertiary coalfields - 
    newer and younger coal. These are of poor quality (lignite and peat).

Important coalfields - Riasi (Kashmir) and Neyveli (Tamil Nadu).

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