Which of the following is the second largest coal field after Jharia?

Key Points

• Raniganj Coalfield is located in the Asansol and Durgapur
• It is the second largest coalfield in India after Jharia.
• The Raniganj Coalfield covers an area of approximately 443.50 square kilometers.
• Raniganj is known for its high-quality non-coking coal, which is used mainly for power generation and industrial purposes.

Additional Information

• Jharia Coalfield:
  • Located in the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India, Jharia is the largest coalfield in India.
  • Jharia is known for its rich reserves of coking coal, which is used primarily in the steel industry.
  • However, the region has been plagued by underground coal fires for many years, causing significant environmental and health issues.
• Korba Coalfield:
  • Located in the Korba district of Chhattisgarh, India.
  • Korba is one of the largest coal-producing regions in India.
  • It is known for its large open-pit coal mines and is a significant source of coal for power generation.
• Singrauli Coalfield:
  • Located in the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh and Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
  • Singrauli is known for its extensive coal reserves and is often referred to as the "Energy Capital of India" due to its large coal-based power plants.
• Talcher Coalfield:
  • Located in the Angul district of Odisha, India.
  • Talcher is one of the fastest-growing coalfields in India and is known for its open-cast coal mines.
  • The coal from Talcher is primarily used for power generation in various thermal power plants across India.