Asia Densely Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Pigeon Island

Asia Densely Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Pigeon Island, India

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.284 km²

Coastline: 2.218 km

Landform: Plains

520 / km²

UTC+05:30

Tree Cover: 79%

Rocky Terrain

India

Closest neighboring island: Divar Island

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

Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of Pigeon Island

Size: 0.284 km²
Coastline: 2.2 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Laccadive Sea
Continent: Asia

Pigeon Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.284 km² with a coastline of 2.2 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: 14.01692409 / Longitude: 74.32674559

Climate and weather of Pigeon Island

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Monsoon Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by heavy rainfall, high humidity, and uniformly high temperatures, but with a distinct short dry season. It features a seasonal reversal of prevailing wind directions.

Topography and nature of Pigeon Island

Timezone: UTC+05:30
Timezone places: Asia/Kolkata
Max. Elevation: 5 m
Mean Elevation: 0 m
Vegetation: Rocky Terrain
Tree Coverage: 79%

The mean elevation is 0 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 5 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: Rocky Terrain
Landscapes dominated by gravel, rock, and stone, with little to no vegetation. These areas are often found in mountainous regions or deserts. Pigeon Island has a tree cover of 79 %.

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 Pigeon Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pigeon Island. The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, located 133 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pigeon Island. The closest major port is BELEKERI, approximately 76 km away.

The mean population of Pigeon Island is 521 per km². Pigeon Island is Densely Populated. The island belongs to India.

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

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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 Pigeon Island

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Pigeon Island. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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.

Pigeon Island

Geography and size of Pigeon Island

Climate and weather of Pigeon Island

Topography and nature of Pigeon Island

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pigeon Island

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pigeon Island

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