Question

What are the uses of bituminous coal? Name three states in India where it is found along with two major coal fields in each state.

Answer 1

Bituminous coal is used for producing coke, coal gas and steam coal. Coke is used for the smelting of iron ore. In India, bituminous is found in the following states.

1. Bihar – Ramgarh and Karanpura

2. Jharkhand – Jharia and Bokaro

3. West Bengal – Raniganj and Durgapur

4. Orissa – Sonhat and Talcher