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পশ্চিমবঙ্গে গরমকালে কোন ধরনের তাপমাত্রা প্রধানত ৪০°C পর্যন্ত থাকে?
পূর্ব বাংলায় শীতকালে কি ধরনের আবহাওয়া হয়?
পশ্চিমবঙ্গের মাটি ভিন্ন ভিন্ন ধরনের এর মনে হয়, এ ধরনের মাটি কি?
'Calcutta' এর অফিসিয়াল নাম কি?
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'West Bengal' এর অনুরূপ 'Geography, topography, and climate' -র ধরন, 'Soil' -র 'Soil types, relief, drainage, and vegetative cover'-র সাথে ____।
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'West Bengal'-র 'extensive network of rivers, varied topography, complex climate regimes, and distinct soil characteristics' -এর impact - ____।
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কোলকাতা, হাওড়া এবং মুর্শিদাবাদ এই শহরগুলির মধ্যে কোনটি দিয়ে গঙ্গা এবং তার উপনদী প্রবাহিত?
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পৃথিবীর সর্বোচ্চ এলাকা 'কাঞ্চনজঙ্ঘা' কোন রাজ্যের অন্তর্গত?
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‘নয়া ২৪ পরগনা’ এর অনেক অংশ কিরানা (susceptible) হয়?
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‘সুন্দরবন’-এ ‘রাজা বাঘ’-রা আর ‘িIrrawaddy Dolphin’-রা কিরানা (habitat) পায়?
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'Climate Variability' - West Bengal-ের জন্যে characterize kore-?
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'Darjeeling' - **district-ে 'Kanchenjunga'-র height **koto-?
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Study Notes
Exploring the Landscape and Terrain of West Bengal
West Bengal is one of India's most diverse states, boasting an intricate tapestry of geographical features, landscapes, and climatic patterns that have shaped its culture over millennia. Let's delve into some key aspects of this region's unique geographic character.
Rivers and Water Bodies
The Ganges and its tributaries form the heartbeat of West Bengal, flowing through several major cities such as Kolkata, Howrah, and Murshidabad. These rivers are embedded with cultural significance and offer an abundance of freshwater resources supporting agriculture and sustaining local ecosystems. Additionally, the Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest, lies along the Bay of Bengal coastline, providing a vital habitat for wildlife like the Royal Bengal Tiger and Irrawaddy Dolphin.
Topography and Elevations
With terrain ranging from sea level to the Himalayan foothills, West Bengal exhibits considerable topographical diversity. The Darjeeling district stands out as the state's highest point - Kanchenjunga, located just outside its borders, towers above 8,598 meters above sea level. In contrast, large portions of coastal South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas districts lie near mean sea level, making them susceptible to cyclones and seasonal flooding.
Climate
Variability characterizes West Bengal's climate due to monsoons, topographically influenced microclimates, and regional differences. During summer months, temperature ranges typically peak around 40°C in the interior regions, while coastal areas experience milder temperatures closer to 30°C. The southwestern monsoon brings heavy rainfall between June and September, which may result in severe flooding throughout much of the state. During winter, the entire state experiences cooler weather with low humidity levels, leading to clear skies and pleasant outdoor conditions.
Soils
Soil types within West Bengal vary considerably owing to factors like parent material, relief, drainage, and vegetative cover. As a consequence, the soil map features broad categories including alluvial soils, laterites, red loams, and sandy soils. Such heterogeneity mirrors variations seen elsewhere across geology, topography, and climate.
Population Centers
Cities such as Calcutta (now officially named Kolkata) serve as primary population centers, attracting millions of migrants seeking job opportunities and urban amenities. Their locations reflect well-defined trends in land value taxation and settlement history, where fertile lands situated close to water bodies were prioritized by settlers. Today, these bustling metropolises remain magnets drawing inhabitants from far corners of the globe.
In summary, appreciating the richness of West Bengal demands acknowledging its extensive network of rivers, varied topography, complex climate regimes, and distinct soil characteristics. This confluence of physical attributes has nurtured thriving human settlements and continues to shape the socioeconomic fabric of this storied land.
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Description
Delve into the diverse geographical features of West Bengal including its rivers, topography, climate, soils, and population centers. Learn about the Ganges, Himalayan foothills, monsoons, mangrove forests, and urban settlements that define this region's unique landscape.
