What are the different types of soils found in India?

India is the 2nd most populous country in the world. India has all kinds of climates. There are too many different cultures in India, which is developed in India's different regions that make India a wonderful country in the world. So, it is necessary to know about the different types of soils in India in which too many people have their residence, and many other plants and animals are also found. There are six types of soils found in India: alluvial soil, black soil, red soil, laterite soil, desert or arid soil, and forest and mountainous soil. The soils of India are very rich in ingredients, so the agriculture of India is excellent.

Alluvial soil is found in the northern plains of India. This soil can be found in almost 19 states of India. This soil is very fertile, and sugarcane, paddy, wheat, and other cereal and pulse crops are mainly produced in India's soil.

Black soil Is found in central India and the Deccan plateau. This soil is made from flowing lava, which happened before human evolution in India. In this soil, mainly cotton is mainly produced. This soil is poor in humus.

Red soil Is found in the eastern and southern parts of the Deccan plateau. It can also be found in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, southern parts of the middle Ganga plain, and along the western ghats' piedmont zone. This soil looks yellow when it is in hydrated form. The soil has low humus. The water holding capacity of this soil is deficient, which causes difficulty in cultivation.

Laterite soil is mostly found in Central, Eastern, and Southern India. This soil is suitable for cultivation.

Desert or arid soil Is found only in the Thar desert. This soil facing very negligible rainfall. Mainly cactus can be found in this soil.

Forest and mountainous soil is hound in the valley, hilly region, and Himalayan region. In this soil, sufficient rainfall is pouring. In this soil, vegetation is possible. This soil is dark brown in color.

Above all the types of soil, red soil is the most widely spread in India. Red soil is about 25% of Indian soil. Red soil is formed due to erosion of Granite and Gneissic rocks. Red soil is enriched in iron phosphate, lime, potash, and humus. Red soil is very suitable for wide crop diversity. All types of soil found in India have their own special characteristics. The weathers found in India are different in different parts of the country, which is why these different types of soil occur in India. The soil of India is most suitable for agricultural purposes. So, in India, there are too many different types of crops found. Due to the huge diversity of soil in India, too many foods can be produced, such as different kinds of fruits, etc.

This is about the Indian soil. India is also famous for its different kinds of soils. So, we, the people of India, should take care of our environment to maintain the soil's natural conditions.