Question

distinguish between bhangar and khadar​

Answer 1

Answer:

The Bhangar Plains

1. These are older alluvial plain which represents upland alluvial tract.
2. These areas are well-drained and make it suitable for cultivation.
3. This area lies quiet above the flood limits of the neighbouring rivers.
4. The soil is rich in humus and it gives a high yield due to rich amount of minerals and humus in the soil.
5. It comprises of calcium carbonate nodules called ‘Kankars’ which are impure in nature.

The Khadar Plains

1. The new plains formed due to alluvial deposit along the course of the river.
2. Enriched and formed by fresh deposits of silt every year.
3. The Khadar land silt comprises of silt, mud, clay, and sand.
4. The Khadar lands are suitable for the cultivation of sugarcane, rice, wheat, maize and oilseeds

Answer 2

Answer:

Bhangar:The largest part of the northern plain is formed of older alluvium They lie above the flood plains of the rivers and present a terrace-like feature. This part is known as bhangar.

Khadar:The soil in this region contains calcareous deposits locally known as kankar. The newer, younger deposits of the flood plains are called khadar. They are renewed almost every year and so are fertile, thus, ideal for intensive agriculture.