Mines

Undivided Sambalpur District is known for its vastness and geological diversities. The economic mineral deposits of the undivided Sambalpur District are Coal, Bauxite, Limestone, Graphite, and Fireclay, China clay, Kyanite, Quartz, Quartzite and Gemstone.

In the District of Jharsuguda, the minerals viz. Coal, Fireclay, Quartz, Quartzite and Red-oxide are available.

Mineral leases in Jharsuguda District

• Coal                                         14

• Fire clay                                   05

• Quartz                                      01

• Quartzite                                  03

• Red oxide                                  01

• Sandstone, singles & pebbles        02

COLLECTION MADE BY MINING DEPTT. OF JHARSUGUDA DISTRICT TILL DEC' 2011