Jharkhand and Odisha are the two major coal-mining regions in India. Here’s a brief description of each:
Jharkhand:
- Jharkhand is located in the eastern part of India and is one of the richest mineral zones in the country.
- The state accounts for about 25% of the total coal reserves in India.
- The major coalfields in Jharkhand are Jharia, Bokaro, North Karanpura, South Karanpura, Ramgarh, and Giridih.
- The coal found in Jharkhand is bituminous and sub-bituminous in nature and is mainly used in thermal power plants.
Odisha:
- Odisha is located on the eastern coast of India and is another major coal-producing state in the country.
- The state accounts for about 24% of the total coal reserves in India.
- The major coalfields in Odisha are Talcher, Ib Valley, Rampur, and Hingir-Rampur.
- The coal found in Odisha is of low ash and low sulphur content, which makes it suitable for use in steel plants and other industries.
