Bihar Geography
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What is the average elevation of the Central Gangetic Plain in Bihar?

  • Around 200 m
  • Around 350 m
  • Below 50 m (correct)
  • Below 100 m
  • What type of soil is found along the foothills of the Shiwaliks?

  • Bhangar
  • Khadar
  • Bhabar (correct)
  • Red and Yellow soils
  • During which months does the Southwest Monsoon bring rainfall to Bihar?

  • Late June to July (correct)
  • August to September
  • October to November
  • April to May
  • What is the range of temperatures in the higher regions of Bihar during winters?

    <p>15°C to 20°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of Bhangar soil?

    <p>It has calacareous/lime nodules called 'kankar'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pattern of rainfall in Bihar from east to west?

    <p>It decreases from 200cm to 100cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Physical Divisions of Bihar

    • The Central Gangetic Plain covers a major part of Bihar's area, with an average elevation of below 50 m.
    • The Shiwalik foothills in the north have an elevation ranging from 200 m in the west to 100 m in the east.
    • The hilly extensions of the Hazaribagh and Chota Nagpur Plateau in the south have an elevation between 200 m and 350 m.

    Soil Types

    • Alluvial soil deposited by rivers: khadar (fertile new alluvium) and bhangar (older alluvium).
    • Khadar is deposited in the lower areas, whereas bhangar is found in the higher valleys and is coarse with calacareous/lime nodules called 'kankar'.
    • Loose, coarse, gravelly bhabar soil is found along the foothills of the Shiwaliks.
    • Red and yellow soils are found along the hilly southern borders.

    Climate

    • Bihar has a subtropical to warm temperate climate, with hot summers and mild winters.
    • Summer temperatures in the southern region can rise from 35°C to 43°C.
    • The lowest temperatures in the extreme north in the Shiwalik foothills are around 27°C.
    • Winters are mild to cold, with temperatures ranging from around 15°C in the higher regions to an average of 17°C to 20°C over the rest of the state.

    Rainfall

    • Rainfall in Bihar is brought by the Southwest Monsoon winds during late June-July.
    • Pre-monsoon showers associated with hot, dry, and dusty winds may bring a little rainfall from April to May.
    • Rainfall decreases from about 200cm in the east to 100cm in the west.

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    Explore the physical divisions of Bihar, including the Central Gangetic Plain, Shiwalik foothills, and hilly extensions of the Hazaribagh and Chota Nagpur Plateau. Learn about the different landforms and soil types found in the region.

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