Name the states where black soil is found.

Answer: Black soil, also known as Regur soil, comes from the Telugu word “reguda” and is commonly called black cotton soil because cotton is traditionally grown in these areas. States where black soil is found are Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, especially in the Deccan and Malwa Plateau regions.

Complete Answer:

Black soil is one of the most important soils in India and is also called Regur soil, a name that comes from the Telugu word “reguda.” It is popularly known as black cotton soil because cotton is the most common crop grown in areas with this type of soil.

This soil is formed from lava rocks and is mostly found in in situ (formed in the same place) in regions covered by ancient lava. Black soil is mainly found in the Deccan Plateau and Malwa Plateau, where moderate rainfall and basalt rocks are present. Here are the states where black soil is found:

• Maharashtra – Covers a large part of the Deccan region.
• Madhya Pradesh – Especially in the Malwa Plateau.
• Gujarat – Central and southern parts.
• Karnataka – Especially in northern regions.
• Andhra Pradesh and Telangana – Particularly in the Rayalaseema and Telangana plateau.
• Also found in parts of Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan.

Features of Black Soil:

• It is rich in minerals like potassium, calcium, and magnesium, but has low nitrogen and poor humus.
• It has a high clay content, making it sticky in the rainy season and causing deep cracks in dry seasons, which helps in aeration of the soil.
• It has a granular iron-rich structure that makes it resistant to erosion by wind and water.
• It can retain moisture well and responds positively to irrigation, making it good for dry farming too.

Crops Grown in Black Soil:

Here is a list of some crops grown in black soil:

• Cotton (most suitable crop)
• Jowar, bajra, ragi, maize
• Oilseeds (like groundnut), tobacco, chilly, linseed
• Wheat and millets
  

Note:

In some regions, black soil has been carried by rivers (fluvial process) and deposited in nearby areas. Despite its poor humus, it is very fertile due to moisture retention and is ideal for farming with proper care and fertilization.

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