- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Sun, 23 Mar 2025 02:01 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Coal Producing States In India: India is among the world's top producers of coal, and a number of its states make substantial contributions to the nation's coal production. Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh are the states that produce the most coal. The top coal-producing states are Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand. These states' abundant coal reserves fuel India's steel, cement, and electricity industries.
What Are Coal Majorly Used For?
To generate electricity that powers homes, businesses and industries nationwide, thermal power plants primarily use coal. It is also a vital component of steel production and other industrial operations. Large coal mines in several of these states are run by public sector firms such as Coal India Limited. Thousands of people are employed in the coal industry, which is also vital to India's economic expansion.
List Of Top 10 Coal Producing States In India
Here is the list of the top 10 coal-producing states in India and their uses;
| Rank | States | Coal Reserves (in billion tons) |
| 1. | Jharkhand | 83.15 |
| 2. | Odisha | 79.30 |
| 3. | Chhatisgarh | 57.00 |
| 4. | West Bengal | 33.87 |
| 5. | Madhya Pradesh | 30.92 |
| 6. | Telangana | 23.03 |
| 7. | Maharashtra | 13.22 |
| 8. | Bihar | 4.44 |
| 9. | Andhra Pradesh | 4.14 |
| 10. | Uttar Pradesh | 1.06 |
1. Jharkhand
Coal-producing states in India (Image: Canva)
Approximately 191.158 million tonnes (MT) of coal were produced in Jharkhand during the fiscal year 2023–2024. This significant output supports many industries that are essential to the state's economy, such as the production of steel, cement and electricity in thermal power plants.
2. Odisha
With an astounding 218.981 Million tons of coal produced in 2023–2024, Odisha was the country's top producer. The majority of the state's coal is used to generate electricity, powering both private and state-owned thermal power plants. Coal also helps local industries like metallurgical processes and aluminium production.
3. Chhattisgarh
In 2023–2024, Chhattisgarh supplied 207.255 million tons of coal. Power generation within Chhattisgarh and the provision of electricity to other regions depend on the state's plentiful coal reserves. Additionally, coal helps local industries like cement and steel manufacturing.
4. West Bengal
In 2023–2024, West Bengal produced 33.871 million tons of coal. The extracted coal fuels the state's major industries, including the production of textiles and jute, and is primarily used to generate electricity in thermal power plants.
5. Madhya Pradesh
Top 10 producing states in India (Image: Canva)
With a production of 159.227 million tons in 2023-24, Madhya Pradesh plays a crucial role in India's coal sector. The state's coal is primarily used for electricity generation, fueling both state-run and private thermal power plants. Additionally, coal supports local industries such as cement manufacturing and steel production.
6. Telangana
During the fiscal year 2022–2023, Telangana produced 67.14 million tons of coal. The majority of the state's coal is used in thermal power plants to generate electricity, meeting both local and national energy needs. Coal also helps local businesses, such as small businesses and the cement industry.
7. Maharashtra
Maharashtra produced 66.34 million tons of coal in 2022-2023. To meet regional and national energy needs, the state's coal is mostly used in thermal power plants to generate electricity. Coal also helps local businesses, such as small businesses and the production of cement.
8. Bihar
Bihar has comparatively small coal reserves, and recent data does not highlight production numbers. Local businesses like brick kilns and small manufacturing facilities are supported by the extracted coal, which is mostly used to generate electricity in thermal power plants.
9. Andhra Pradesh
Recent statistics do not show Andhra Pradesh's coal production data prominently. However, the state supports regional industries like cement production and small businesses while using coal to generate electricity in thermal power plants.
10. Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh produced 23.08 million of coal in 2023-24. The state's coal is primarily used for electricity generation in thermal power plants, catering to both regional and national energy demands. Additionally, coal supports local industries, including cement manufacturing and small-scale enterprises.
