minerals available in mizoram
Resources in Mizoram
Agriculture and Horticulture Resources
Agriculture occupies a very important place in the economy of Mizoram. Of the total population, 70% of the Mizo people are involved in agriculture. Jhum cultivation is followed by the people here with total dedication. Climatic conditions of the state are also favourable for production. Its location in the tropic and temperate region, with various soil types makes it a favourable place for agricultural activities, along with well distributed rainfall of 1900mm to 3000mm.
Paddy is the primary food crop of the state and the primary fruits are Mandarin orange, grapes, papaya, guava, avocado, passion fruit. The mild climate of the region has the advantage of having flowers in the place almost throughout the entire year. Anthurium, roses, bird of paradise, chrysanthemum, etc. are some of the flowers that grow in here.
Mineral Resources
The main mineral of Mizoram is a hard rock of the period of the tertiary formation. This product is very important for road construction work and building materials. Apart from these, several other minor minerals are available in different places.
Forest and Wild Life
About 87% of the entire state is covered by forests in Mizoram calculating a total coverage of around 18,338 sq.km. 68% of the geographical area is dense forest whereas 20% is open forest. There are mainly three types of forests in Mizoram. They are Sub tropical forest, Semi-evergreen forests and Sub-montane tropical forests. Different flora and fauna can be found in Mizoram. Around 22 species of Bamboo have been found out to exist in Mizoram and above 400 medicinal plants. The amount of the total forest of Mizoram has been calculated to an amount of Rs. 125.85 lakhs.
Industrial Resources
Cottage industry is a boom in the state with people producing different art and crafts. Mizo people are expert in weaving, making bamboo and handicraft products. Apart from the weaving and handicraft
Agriculture and Horticulture Resources
Agriculture occupies a very important place in the economy of Mizoram. Of the total population, 70% of the Mizo people are involved in agriculture. Jhum cultivation is followed by the people here with total dedication. Climatic conditions of the state are also favourable for production. Its location in the tropic and temperate region, with various soil types makes it a favourable place for agricultural activities, along with well distributed rainfall of 1900mm to 3000mm.
Paddy is the primary food crop of the state and the primary fruits are Mandarin orange, grapes, papaya, guava, avocado, passion fruit. The mild climate of the region has the advantage of having flowers in the place almost throughout the entire year. Anthurium, roses, bird of paradise, chrysanthemum, etc. are some of the flowers that grow in here.
Mineral Resources
The main mineral of Mizoram is a hard rock of the period of the tertiary formation. This product is very important for road construction work and building materials. Apart from these, several other minor minerals are available in different places.
Forest and Wild Life
About 87% of the entire state is covered by forests in Mizoram calculating a total coverage of around 18,338 sq.km. 68% of the geographical area is dense forest whereas 20% is open forest. There are mainly three types of forests in Mizoram. They are Sub tropical forest, Semi-evergreen forests and Sub-montane tropical forests. Different flora and fauna can be found in Mizoram. Around 22 species of Bamboo have been found out to exist in Mizoram and above 400 medicinal plants. The amount of the total forest of Mizoram has been calculated to an amount of Rs. 125.85 lakhs.
Industrial Resources
Cottage industry is a boom in the state with people producing different art and crafts. Mizo people are expert in weaving, making bamboo and handicraft products. Apart from the weaving and handicraft