Plain land in India

According to the Geological Survey of India, approximately 43% of India's land area is plain. This includes the Indo-Gangetic Plain, the coastal plains, and other smaller plains across the country.

Indo-Gangetic Plain

The Indo-Gangetic Plain is one of the largest plains in the world and covers most of northern and eastern India. It is formed by the alluvial deposits of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Indus rivers. This plain is known for its fertile soil and is considered the breadbasket of India.

Coastal Plains

India has two coastal plains - the Eastern Coastal Plain and the Western Coastal Plain. The Eastern Coastal Plain runs along the Bay of Bengal and stretches from Tamil Nadu to West Bengal. The Western Coastal Plain runs along the Arabian Sea and stretches from Gujarat to Kerala. These coastal plains are relatively narrow and are characterized by lagoons, estuaries, and deltas.

Other Plains

Apart from the Indo-Gangetic Plain and the coastal plains, there are several other smaller plains in India. These include:

- The Malwa Plateau in central India
- The Chota Nagpur Plateau in eastern India
- The Deccan Plateau in southern India

Conclusion

In conclusion, approximately 43% of India's land area is plain, which includes the Indo-Gangetic Plain, the coastal plains, and other smaller plains across the country. These plains are important for agriculture and are home to a large percentage of India's population.

Physiographic distribution can be expressed in percentage of total area as follows: 27.7% mountains 18.5% hills 27.7% plateaus 43.2% plains. India physiography can be divided into four major categories

1. The Northern mountain
2. The North Indian plain
3. The peninsular plateau
4. The coastal regions and Islands.