The most widespread soil type in India.
Alluvial soil covers about 40 percent of the country's land area
It is mostly found in the plains of North India.
Soil deposited by rivers and streams.
Fertile soil suitable for the cultivation of rice, sugarcane, wheat, and cereals.
The soil type with the highest potash content and the lowest phosphorus content.
The color of alluvial soil varies from light gray to dark gray.