List of Volcanoes in India
Name |
Elevation |
Location |
Last Eruption |
Type |
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Meters |
Feet |
Coordinates |
State |
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Barren Island | 354 | 1161 | 12.278°N 93.858°E | Andaman Islands | Active since 2021 | Stratovolcano, Active |
Narcondam | 710 | 2329 | 13.43°N 94.28°E | Andaman Islands | 1681 | Stratovolcano, Dormant |
Deccan Plateau | 1500 | 4920 | 18.51°N 73.43°E | Central India | 25 Mya(Million years ago) | Caldera |
Baratang Island | 532 | 1745 | 12.07°N 92.47°E | Andaman Islands | Active since 2003 | Mud volcanoes, Active |
Dhinodhar Hills | 386 | 1266.4 | 23.45°N 69.34°E | Gujarat | 500 Mya (Million years ago) | Extinct |
Dhosi Hill | 740 | 2427 | 28.06°N 76.03°E | Haryana | 750 Mya (Million years ago) | Extinct |
Tosham Hills | 207 | 679 | 28.88°N 75.92°E | Haryana | 732 Mya (Million years ago) | Extinct |
Loktak Lake | 768 | 2519.04 | 24.45°N 93.47°E | Manipur | 100 Mya (Million years ago) | Supervolcanic caldera, status unknown |
List of Volcanoes in India
India, known for its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, harbors a geological treasure trove—volcanoes. Welcome to the world of volcanoes in India! While you might not think of India as a place full of volcanoes like in adventure movies, a few of these fiery mountains are hidden away here.
In this article, we’ll look at the volcanoes that call India home. From the sizzling eruptions of Barren Island to the ancient beauty of Narcondam, get ready to explore the volcanic wonders of our incredible country!