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Q87 (CDS-I/2013) Geography › Maps & Locations › Indian physical geography Answer Verified

Veliconda Hills, which is a part of Eastern Ghats, is situated in—

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The Veliconda Hills (or Velikonda Range) are a significant part of the Eastern Ghats located in the south-eastern part of Andhra Pradesh. Geographically, they trend in a north-south direction and form the eastern flank of the Eastern Ghats system [1]. These hills are situated between the Krishna and Pennar rivers, specifically in the Nellore and Prakasam districts of Andhra Pradesh [2]. The range is characterized by its discontinuous nature and relatively low elevation, with peaks like Bhairani Konda reaching approximately 1100 meters [3]. They are part of a series of parallel ranges in the central Eastern Ghats, which also include the Nallamala, Palkonda, and Erramala ranges, all primarily located within the state of Andhra Pradesh [3].

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  1. [1] https://www.britannica.com/place/Velikonda-Range
  2. [2] https://indiaflora-ces.iisc.ac.in/EasternGhats/easternghats.php
  3. [3] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 2: Physiography > 8. The Eastern Ghats > p. 62
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