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Geography and Climate

Geography:

Location: Dewas lies between 22.10°N to 23.05°N latitude and 75.30°E to 77.10°E longitude. It is bordered by Ujjain, Indore, and Sehore districts.

Topography: The terrain in Dewas is predominantly flat, but the district is also part of the Malwa Plateau, which lends it some hilly features. There are undulating plains, small hills, and valleys.

Rivers: The main rivers flowing through Dewas include the Kshipra and Kali Sindh, which are important for agriculture and water resources.

Soil Type: The district has predominantly black soil, which is fertile and well-suited for crops like wheat, soybean, and cotton.

Climate:

Type: Dewas has a tropical wet and dry climate (Aw) according to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification, typical of the central Indian plateau.

Seasons:

Summer (March to June): Summers are hot and dry, with temperatures often ranging between 30°C to 45°C.

Monsoon (July to September): The district receives a moderate amount of rainfall during the monsoon season, with an average annual rainfall of around 900-1000 mm. Rainfall primarily comes from the southwest monsoon.

Winter (November to February): Winters are mild and pleasant, with temperatures ranging between 10°C and 25°C.

 

Dewas, being part of the Malwa region, benefits from the relatively moderate climate compared to more arid regions in central India. However, agriculture in the district depends heavily on the monsoon for water.