Giridih Coalfield
| Location | |
|---|---|
Central Coalfields Limited | |
| Website | http://ccl.gov.in/ |
| Year of acquisition | 1975 |
Giridih Coalfield is located in
state of Jharkhand
.
History
Coal mining activities were initiated in Giridih by private owners in 1857, making it the earliest coal mine in Bihar/Jharkhand.
Coal India Limited in 1975.[1]
Coalfield
Giridih Coalfield is spread over an area of 28.5 km2 (11.0 sq mi). It has 20
coking coal in India. Other important seams are Upper Karhabari and Bandhua seams. The reserves are estimated at 17.3 million tonnes.[2] The Giridih Coalfield is typical of Karhabari formation. It has low moisture (1.40-1.80%), low ash content (9-12.6%), low in sulphur (0.5%) and phosphorus (0.01%).[3] The coalfield is located around Beniadih, in Giridih block, south of Giridih.[4]
See also
- Coal mining in India
- Coal India
- Bharat Coking Coal
References
- ^ "Environment Statement – Giridih Open Cast Project 2012-13" (PDF). Project description. Central Coalfields Limited. Retrieved 2 February 2016.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Complete information on distribution of coal in India". Preserve Articles. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ^ "Geological and Geographical Distribution of Coalfields in India". Geologydata.info. Retrieved 2 February 2016.
- ^ "Economy". Giridih Municipal Council. Retrieved 2 February 2016.[permanent dead link]
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