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Agro-Climatic and Geographical Features

Agro-Climatic and Geographical Features

Feature

Details

Geographical Area

308,000 sq. km (approx. 9.3% of India's total area)

Cultivable Area

Over 60% of the total area

Agro-climatic zones

Five major zones: Malwa Plateau, Nimar Plains, Bundelkhand, Baghelkhand, Satpura-Maikal

Major Rivers

Narmada, Chambal, Betwa, Tapti, Ken – aid irrigation

Climate

Sub-tropical with three seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter

Soil Types

Black cotton soil, red soil, alluvial, and mixed soils