A Detailed Archaeological Dataset of Megalithic Complex at Vindhyan Highlands: A Case Study of Dantari Hill, India
Abstract
The dataset presents the physical and spatial features of the megalithic complex at Dantari Hill, Mirzapur District, Uttar Pradesh, India. It records funerary monuments (n = 482), microliths (n = 303), rock paintings (n = 119), and habitation sites (n = 3) identified through field surveys and GIS analysis. Physical attributes include monument types, dimensions, and preservation status, while spatial variables cover elevation, slope, density, proximity to water, and visibility. The dataset is available in Microsoft Excel, KML, chart, and GIS map formats. It offers significant reuse potential for comparative and interpretive studies of South Asian megalithic cultures.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Archaeological Research and Protection
Archaeology and ancient environmental studies
3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Open Archaeology Data
- Publisher
- Ubiquity Press, Ltd.
- Volume
- 14
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN