Kesarpur

Kesarpur Kesarpur
2.114 km²
Coastline: 9.827 km
Landform: Plains
629 / km²
UTC+05:30
Tree Cover: 26%
Sparse Vegetation

Welcome to Kesarpur, a Tropical island in the Bay of Bengal, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Kesarpur unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Kesarpur

Size: 2.114 km²
Coastline: 9.8 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Bay of Bengal
Continent: Asia

Kesarpur is a Small Island spanning 2.1 km² with a coastline of 9.8 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: India – A major tectonic plate that initially moved northward at a rapid pace before colliding with the Eurasian Plate. This collision is responsible for the uplift of the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 20.02339444 / Longitude: 86.31602586

Climate and weather of Kesarpur

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.

Topography and nature of Kesarpur

Timezone: UTC+05:30
Timezone places: Asia/Kolkata
Max. Elevation: 4 m
Mean Elevation: 4 m
Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
Tree Coverage: 26%

The mean elevation is 4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 4 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
These regions have limited plant growth, typically due to extreme conditions like aridity or poor soils. Vegetation is scattered and consists of hardy plant species. Kesarpur has a tree cover of 26 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Kesarpur

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Kesarpur. The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, located 59 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Kesarpur. The closest major port is PARADIP, approximately 48 km away.

The mean population of Kesarpur is 630 per km². Kesarpur is Densely Populated. The island belongs to India.

Continuing your journey, Chellikulia is the next notable island, situated merely km away.


India is classified as Emerging region: BRIC: Brazil, Russia, India, and China – Economies noted for their rapid growth and increasing influence on global affairs. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Kesarpur

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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