A scientific classification of the soil in the district has not yet been made. But however, in general the soil is fertile. The most productive soil is in Baghao area, and is known as Matti (containing mat or silt). Matti soil is also found in Rarkan and Chuhar Kot area. Nilli matt (dark bluish sweet) soil is found in the areas of Leghari Barkhan and Chacha. The soil in Isiani, Chahar Kot and Rakhni is known as nalchhiri rohli or watkar (containing gravel and sand). The soil Bili fursh (dark bluish saline) which is found in some areas of the district is not suitable for cultivation.

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