Geography of Gujarat

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Geography of Gujarat plays a crucial role in not only Gujarat PSC Prelims Exam but even GPSC Mains Exam. Gujarat Geography Notes are designed by GPSC Toppers and other civil servants. Detail Notes can be browsed at the following links.

Physical Geography of Gujarat

• Gujarat :Geographical location,
• Gujarat :Relief and Structure,
• Gujarat :Climate,
• Gujarat : Soils,
• Gujarat :Vegetation,
• Gujarat :Wild life and Ecotourism,
• Gujarat :Minerals,
• Gujarat :Natural hazards and other related
• Gujarat: Rivers and Drainage System

Agriculture and alied sectors of Gujarat

• Gujarat :Agriculture,
• Gujarat : Cropping pattern
• Gujarat :Animal Husbandry,
• Gujarat :Fishing,
• Gujarat :Horticulture.
• Gujarat :Irrigation and Hydropower,

Human Geography of Gujarat

• Gujarat :Populations
• Gujarat  : Migration
• Gujarat :Schedule Tribes,

Economic Geography of Gujarat

• Gujarat :Major Cities and Tourist Places,
• Gujarat :Transport Network,
• Gujarat :Power Resource
• Gujarat :Industrial development,
• Gujarat :Minerals,

FAQs on Geography of Gujarat

What are the main physiographic divisions of Gujarat?

Gujarat can be broadly divided into three main physiographic regions:

• Kutch: A large peninsula in the northwest, characterized by the Great Rann of Kutch, a vast salt marsh.
• Saurashtra: A peninsula in the west, known for its hilly terrain and coastline.
• Mainland Gujarat: The largest region, comprising plains, hills, and plateaus.

What are the major rivers in Gujarat?

The major rivers in Gujarat include:

• Narmada: The longest river in the state, flowing through the central part.
• Tapi: A major river in the south, known for its fertile basin.
• Sabarmati: Flows through Ahmedabad, the largest city in the state.
• Mahi: A major river in the east, forming the border with Rajasthan.

What are the main types of soil found in Gujarat?

The main types of soil found in Gujarat are:

• Black soil: Found in the mainland region, known for its fertility and suitability for cotton cultivation.
• Alluvial soil: Found in the river valleys, rich in nutrients and ideal for agriculture.
• Sandy soil: Found in the coastal areas and Kutch region, suitable for groundnut and millet cultivation.

What are the main natural resources of Gujarat?

Gujarat is rich in natural resources, including:

• Minerals: Petroleum, natural gas, lignite, bauxite, limestone, and fluorspar.
• Marine resources: Fish, prawns, and salt.
• Solar energy: Gujarat has high solar energy potential due to its location in a sunny region.
• Wind energy: The coastal areas of Gujarat have significant wind energy potential.

What are the main environmental issues facing Gujarat?

The main environmental issues facing Gujarat are:

• Water scarcity: Due to limited rainfall and overexploitation of groundwater.
• Pollution: Industrial and urban pollution, affecting air and water quality.
• Salinity ingress: The intrusion of saltwater into coastal aquifers due to excessive groundwater extraction.
• Desertification: The expansion of the desert in Kutch region.

What are the major wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in Gujarat?

Gujarat is home to several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, including:

• Gir Forest National Park: The only home of Asiatic lions in the world.
• Blackbuck National Park: Known for its blackbuck population.
• Marine National Park: India’s first marine national park, located in the Gulf of Kutch.
• Wild Ass Sanctuary: A sanctuary for the endangered Indian wild ass in the Little Rann of Kutch.