With its capital in Ranchi (Ruhr of India), Jharkhand occupies the space from the eastern region of India. With rich mineral wealth and vast forest resources, Jharkhand boasts numerous major industrial plants helping develop the state. The virgin beauty of this untouched land has been a great tourist attraction. The best time to journey to Jharkhand is from October to March when the temperature is perfect. During these months, you can enjoy sightseeing in Jharkhand landscapes in the best possible way due to the pleasant climatic conditions. It is not wrong to say that nature has blessed this state with ample wonders, including forests, minerals, and wildlife. Keep reading to learn more about Jharkhand, its exotic beauty & culture! 

History of Jharkhand  

Humans have existed since the Stone Age in the present Jharkhand region. Even the archaeologists have discovered some copper tools from the Chalcolithic period in this land of ancient history. According to the Jharkhand history, before the Magadha empire captured the area, signs of geopolitical and cultural entities had also been found from that period. Then, came the major reign of Mauryas and Mughals that stayed prevalent during the 17th century. Among the Mughals, the emperors Jahangir and Aurangzeb ruled this region. After the decline of the Mughals, Chero caste rulers and various other kings ruled the area. 

Afterwards, the East India Company acquired the state in the final years of the 18th century, and it was able to succeed with the British Raj in the 19th century. The region got coverage in 9 princely states. The entire land came under Bengal Presidency till 1905 under the British Raj. However, the transfer shifted towards Central Provinces and Orissa Tributary states. In 1936, the whole region was handed over to the Eastern States Agency. When we got independence in 1947, division of the region took place into three states: Orissa, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh. Finally, the BJP led a campaign and demanded a whole new state, Jharkhand, and their demand was passed under the Bihar Reorganisation Act. With its location in the eastern part of India, Jharkhand is unveiling to be one of the new states in the country.

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Culture & Tradition Of Jharkhand 

In a tribe-dominated state like Jharkhand, you can witness nature's blessings in their lives and culture. Jharkhand culture and tradition are some of the most beautiful aspects of this state, wherein people of the state usually bring sacred tree branches to their homes and plant them in their courtyards as a ritual. The devotees worship several tree parts that they consider to be associated with Gods or Goddesses. These ceremonies include Karma Puja, Sarhal, Jitia Puja, etc. If you go on Tours to India Jharkhand, you must not miss the Bhadli Mela, Kundri Mela, and Tusu fair celebrated during Makar Sankranti. 

This folk harvest festival is based on the story of a sweet little tribal girl, and locals decorate folk deities with vibrant colours and carry them along. All in all, Jharkhand state gives shelter to a plethora of people with different linguistic backgrounds and keeps them together in some ways. The vibrancy of local folks can be witnessed in the Disco Dandiya festival during Navratri when the entire state grooves to the beats of disco. Abode to many tribes, locals of Jharkhand are fluent in different languages according to varying areas like Khortha, Kurmali, Magadhi, Bhojpuri, and Nagpuri, yet Hindi gets the first preference. No doubt, witnessing the art and culture of Jharkhand is worth a try! So, without waiting any further, let us learn some interesting facts about the Tribes of Jharkhand. 

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Tribes of Jharkhand

Typically, the state was carved out of Bihar in the year 2000. While unwrapping the history of Jharkhand, one must know that Indian Independence was not of much use to the southern residents of Bihar, who used to be tribal people. Usually, we denote them with the name Adivasis or Scheduled Tribes people. Due to relatively low socioeconomic benefits, the tribal people of southern Bihar showed discontent. 

It was the time when the call for Independence began from the end of tribal people. In the 1980s, these tribal people became adamant about gaining independence from Bihar and became extremists for their demands. In the 1990s, when the separation movement spread like a fire in the nontribal groups, it also triggered the momentum to create a new state. Finally, The tribes helped make Jharkhand a new and completely independent state of India in 2000.

Food of Jharkhand  

After the amazing culture of Jharkhand, its food is winning the hearts of many! People here love simplicity in their food, and there is a wide array of preparation methods that use natural ingredients smartly. While keeping their food light and healthy, people of Jharkhand, a tourist destination in India, enjoy rice, roti, tarkari, sweets, and dal among their staple meals.

Jharkhand is an appetising cuisine with many traditional and vibrant versions of these dishes. It is famous for some specific cuisines, which include Mitha Khaja, Thekua, Bamboo shots, Litti, Dhuska, Handia, and Arsa Roti. The best thing about the chefs of Jharkhand is that they take the utmost care of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices and keep the subtle traces of Mughal influence alive. 

Art and HandiCrafts of Jharkhand  

Jharkhand is famous for its exquisite arts and crafts! Due to the richness of forest and wood, the population of Jharkhand has a great passion for bamboo crafting, Pitkar paintings, stone carvings, woodcrafts, and tribal ornament making. Apart from that, people also do toy-making here in the shape of birds as well as animals in gorgeous forms. The people of different tribes and their craftsmen portray their richness of culture and art traditions through their handicrafts. The ornaments are especially popular across the country because the exquisite pieces are crafted with metals and beads that reflect the elegance of their state pretty well.

Things to do in Jharkhand  

Counting to the Tourist Attractions in Jharkhand, there are plenty of places that you can witness on your trip to Jharkhand. Scroll down to get the list of things that you can do in Jharkhand.

  • Enjoy a picnic at Hundru Falls of Ranchi
  • Cherish the beauty of 10 falls together at Dassam Falls
  • Get delved into the beauty of hanging valley Jonha Falls
  • Witness the five rivers diversion at Panch Gagh Falls
  • Meet the wildlife at Birsa Zoological Park
  • Look for peace at the heart of Ranchi town, the Ranchi Lake
  • Reach the foot of Gonda Hills and enjoy sightseeing at Kanke Dam
  • Worship and get blessed at the Jagannath Temple, Puri which is not too far from Jharkhand.
  • Become a part of Hindu devotees at Pahari Mandir of Lord Shankara
  • Endorse the creativeness of Gonda hills' rocks at Rock Garden

How to Reach Jharkhand

Jharkhand is a beautiful state in eastern India and is well-connected with multiple transportation options. You can choose from air, train or road travel as per your convenience. Below are the details on how to reach Jharkhand: 

  • Nearest Major City. Kolkata
  • Nearest Airport. Birsa Munda Airport 
  • Nearest Railway Station. Ranchi Junction
  • Distance from Kolkata. 429.3 Km

By Air. 

Jharkhand is well-connected with several airports. However, the nearest and primary airport of Jharkhand is Birsa Munda Airport. Upon arriving, you can hire a taxi or a cab to reach your desired destination in the beautiful state of Jharkhand. 

By Train.

Jharkhand is well-connected with multiple railway networks. To reach the main city of Ranchi, you can arrive at Ranchi Junction, which is the primary railway station in Jharkhand. 

By Road. 

Jharkhand is connected by major National Highways (NH). Below are the details of the road networks that will help you reach Jharkhand easily. 

  • Distance from Kolkata. 429.3 Km
  • Distance from Uttar Pradesh. 866.5 Km
  • Distance from Chandigarh. 1482.1 Km
  • Distance from Mumbai.  1674.2 Km
  • Distance from Delhi. 1255.3 Km

Jharkhand is a state which will amaze you to the core! Travelling here will take you on an incomparable adventurous and gastronomic sojourn! With all this travel knowledge about Jharkhand state, you can now plan your journey to endorse happiness and collect ample memories. If you love to witness the beauty of natural water bodies and wildlife, then it is a must-visit place for you, whether a friend is accompanying you or your family. 

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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Jharkhand

Q. What is special about Jharkhand? 
A.
Jharkhand is famous for its Terracotta crafts and amazing pottery. 

Q. What is the old name of Jharkhand? 
A.
Kukara is the old name of Jharkhand. After 1765, it was re-named as Jharkhand under the British rule. 

Q. What is Jharkhand famous for?
A.
Jharkhand is famous for its textile and apparel industry. 

Q. What is unique in Jharkhand? 
A.
Jharkhand is famous for its amazing bamboo craft, woodwork, tribal ornaments, pitkar paintings, and exquisite stone carvings. 

Q. What are some key aspects of Jharkhand's culture?
A.
Some key aspects of Jharkhand's culture include Tribal Heritage, Festivals, arts and crafts, Music and Dance, Cuisine, and Language and Literature that contribute to the state’s richness.

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