Skip to main content
Super TutorResources
Chapter 16 of 17
QuestionsNotesFlashcardsSummaryFormulasQuizConceptsSyllabusPlan
Syllabus

Geographical Information and Map Making

Gujarat Board · Class 11 · Geography

Complete topic list for Geographical Information and Map Making in Gujarat Board Class 11 Geography. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

43 questions24 flashcards5 concepts

Interactive on Super Tutor

Studying Geographical Information and Map Making? Get the full interactive chapter.

Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan — built for syllabus and more.

Try Super Tutor — Free

1,000+ Class 11 students started this chapter today

4 Topics · Gujarat Board Class 11 Geography

Topics in Geographical Information and Map Making

1

Parallels of Latitudes and Meridians of Longitudes

  • Parallels of latitude are imaginary circles formed by Earth's daily rotation, parallel to the equator
  • Equator (0°) is the largest latitude dividing Earth into Northern and Southern hemispheres
  • Important latitudes: Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N), Tropic of Capricorn (23.5°S), Arctic Circle (66.5°N), Antarctic Circle (66.5°S)
2

Time Concepts and Calculations

  • Earth rotates 360° in 24 hours = 15° per hour = 1° in 4 minutes
  • Local time is when sun is directly overhead (12:00 noon) for places on same longitude
  • Standard time is common time adopted by a country from its central meridian
3

Direction Finding Methods

  • Four main directions: North, South, East, West, with East being sunrise direction
  • Direction is relative - always expressed in relation to another point
  • Maps must show north direction using arrows or latitude-longitude grid
4

Modern Cartographic Techniques

  • Information technology has revolutionized map making with satellites and computers
  • GPS uses 24 satellites with 12-hour orbits for precise location determination
  • GIS combines databases with spatial analysis capabilities

Key Concepts

Imaginary circles formed by places completingImaginary halfEarth rotates 360° in 24 hoursFour main methodsRadio navigation system using 24 satellites

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Geographical Information and Map Making for Gujarat Board Class 11 Geography?
Geographical Information and Map Making covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Gujarat Board Class 11 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Geographical Information and Map Making — Gujarat Board Class 11 Geography?
Start by understanding all key concepts. Practise previous year questions from this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly. Use flashcards for quick revision before the exam.

Sources & Official References

Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.

More resources for Geographical Information and Map Making

All 17 chapters — Gujarat Board Class 11 Geography Syllabus

For serious students

Get the full Geographical Information and Map Making chapter — for free.

Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan for Gujarat Board Class 11 Geography.

Try Super Tutor Free
Try the full chapter — Free