Kharsang
Kharsang is a small town located in the Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India. It serves as an administrative sub-division of the district.
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Kharsang Location in Arunachal Pradesh, India Kharsang Kharsang (India) | |
| Coordinates: 27.32°N 95.90°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Arunachal Pradesh |
| District | Changlang |
| Elevation | 200 m (700 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 9,508 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 792122 |
| Telephone code | 91-3807 |
| Vehicle registration | AR 12 |
| Nearest city | Tinsukia |
| Website | www |
The town's economy is primarily based on tea plantations, which serve as the main source of income for the local population. In addition, Kharsang has significant mineral deposits, such as coal and petroleum. Located in the area is the Kharsang Oil Field, operated by GeoEnpro Petroleum Limited, spanning an area of 11 square kilometers.
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