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UID: EN-20241109-IN-02

Source

India State of Forest Report 2001-2021, Forest Survey of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India.

Last Updated

November 11, 2024

Time Range

1987 – 2021

Periodicity

Annual

Unit

Sector

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Indicator Summary

Forest cover refers to the total land area covered by forests, including natural and planted forests, within a given region or country. It encompasses all tree-dominated landscapes, regardless of species, forest density, or type. Forest cover is a crucial ecological indicator because it plays a significant role in maintaining biodiversity, regulating climate, conserving water resources, and storing carbon. It also provides habitat for wildlife, supports livelihoods for local communities, and contributes to global environmental stability. Forest cover is typically measured using satellite imagery, aerial surveys, or ground-based assessments. Forest cover includes variations in tree density and canopy cover, distinguishing it from tree cover, which may refer to individual trees outside of forests. Monitoring changes in forest cover is vital for understanding deforestation, forest degradation, and reforestation trends, which directly affect environmental sustainability and policy-making.

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India State of Forest Report 2001-2021, Forest Survey of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India. (2024). India’s forest cover from 2001 to 2021, by state (360 Analytika, Ed.) [Dataset]. 360 Analytika. https://360analytika.com/indias-forest-cover-by-state/

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