Pindra Banded-Gneiss Area Rockhounding & Mineral Guide

Quick answer

Pindra Banded-Gneiss Area is a documented Bihar geological or mineral locality/context. Reported interests include Banded gneiss, Quartz, Feldspar, Biotite. Access status: Collecting status not confirmed.

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MaterialsBanded gneiss, Quartz, Feldspar, Biotite

Locality typeGeology

Access statusCollecting status not confirmed

Map precisionShared GSI study-area centroid; named locality retained but exact modern field coordinate unresolved.

DistrictBanka / Jamui / Munger study area

ReviewedSeptember 5, 2026

What is documented here?

GSI specialised thematic mapping names this locality within the 24°45′–25°00′N, 86°30′–86°45′E Banka–Jamui–Munger REE/RM study area.

Can you collect here?

Geological occurrence is documented, but public collecting access is not established. Verify the exact site and obtain any required permission before field use.

The mineral/geological occurrence is documented, but occurrence evidence alone does not establish a general recreational right to collect.

Before visiting

Confirm exact land ownership, mineral/mining rights, forest/protected status, local restrictions and any permission required before removing material.

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Related Bihar localities

Chutia–Nauhatta Glauconite Block Meheshmara Banded-Gneiss Area Bhitiya Banded-Gneiss Area Gaura Pegmatite / REE Study Area

Field-use reminder: a geological occurrence or map pin does not create a right to collect.