The factors affecting the location of industries are the availability of raw materials, land, water, labour, power, capital, transport and market.
Raw material: Availability of raw materials decides the types of industry and location.
Land: For industries, plain areas are always first option, because on plain area construction is easy and cheap.
Water: Many industries are located near water sources like river, sea, etc.
Labour: Industries depend upon the availability of skilled and unskilled labour.
Power: The availability of power is essential for industry to run smoothly.
Capital: Industry needs large amount of capital investment to set up.
Transport: Transport facility is required to carry raw materials and final goods.
Market: Market is needed to sell the finished goods which provide huge profit.