Suri River

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Suri River
Location
Country India
State Rajasthan
Physical characteristics
Source 
  locationHills near Kanst village, Dausa
  coordinates 26°44′N76°25′E / 26.733°N 76.417°E / 26.733; 76.417
Mouth  
  location
Banganga river
  coordinates
26°53′N76°30′E / 26.883°N 76.500°E / 26.883; 76.500
Length18 km
Basin size76 km²

The Suri River is a river located in the region of Dausa. It originates in the hills near Kanst village and flows until it joins the Banganga river. The river has a length of approximately 18 kilometers and a drainage area of about 76 square kilometers.

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Geography

The Suri River originates at a latitude of 26°44' to 26°53' N and a longitude of 76°25' to 76°30' E. [1] It flows through the picturesque landscape of the region, eventually meeting the Banganga river at its mouth.

Course

The river flows for a distance of 18 kilometers, meandering through the hills and valleys near Kanst village in Dausa. Its course is marked by its serene beauty and important role in the local ecosystem.

Tributaries

The Suri River is not known to have any major tributaries due to its relatively short length and limited drainage area.

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References

  1. Rai, Raveendra Kumar; Upadhyay, Alka; Ojha, C. Shekhar P.; Singh, Vijay P. (2011-11-25). The Yamuna River Basin: Water Resources and Environment. Springer Science & Business Media. p. 112. ISBN   978-94-007-2001-5.