Question

Distinguish between Bhangar and Khadar

Answer 1

The great north Indian plain is popular for the alluvial soil. As we know that alluvial soil is fertile soil and is good for cultivation. The Great North Indian plain is divided into five parts. They are The Bhabar Plains, The Tarai tract, The Bhangar Plains, The Khadar Plains.

Difference between Bhangar and Khadar plains

The Bhangar Plains

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

The Khadar Plains

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