Palynology of the Barren Measures Sequence from Jharia Coalfield, Bihar, India. 2. General Palynology

Abstract

The present paper deals with the palynological studies of the Barren Measures Succession of Jharia Coalfield through a bore-core of 3926 ft. The spores and pollen grains obtained from the material have been placed into 38 genera. The striated bisaccate pollen grains are dominating in the present preparation. The assemblage has also been compared with the various stages of the Lower Gondwana of India. A conclusion has also been drawn regarding the paucity of the spores and pollen in the Barren Measures Succession.