Palynological recognition of the Karharbari-Barakar Formations in the sub-surface sediments of Wardha Coalfield, Maharashtra, India

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  • Ananta Prasad Bhattacharya Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeobotany, 53, University Road, Lucknow 226007, India

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https://doi.org/10.54991/jop.1997.1342

Keywords:

Palynostratigraphy, Karharbari Formation, Barakar Formation, Lower Permian, Wardha Valley, India

Abstract

Palynological investigation of coal and associated sediments in two bore-holes MWS-23 and MWS-33 from Wardha Valley Coalfield, Maharashtra has been done. Results indicate the presence of Upper Karharbari and Lower Barakar Formations in the coalfield.

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Published

1997-12-31

How to Cite

Bhattacharya, A. P. (1997). Palynological recognition of the Karharbari-Barakar Formations in the sub-surface sediments of Wardha Coalfield, Maharashtra, India. Journal of Palaeosciences, 46((1-2), 217–219. https://doi.org/10.54991/jop.1997.1342

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