Jharkhand is a state in eastern India that was formed on 15 November 2000, after separating from Bihar. It is known for its rich mineral resources, tribal culture, and natural beauty. Here are some important facts about Jharkhand that you may find useful:
- The capital of Jharkhand is Ranchi, and the sub-capital is Dumka.
- The largest and most populous city of Jharkhand is Jamshedpur, which is also the first planned industrial city in India.
- Jharkhand has 24 districts, 81 assembly seats, 14 Lok Sabha seats, and 6 Rajya Sabha seats.
- The official language of Jharkhand is Hindi, but other languages like Santhali, Mundari, Ho, Kharia, Kurmali, and Nagpuri are also spoken by the tribal communities.
- The state animal of Jharkhand is the elephant, the state bird is the koel, and the state tree is the sal.
- The state emblem of Jharkhand features the Ashoka Chakra, the national emblem of India, and the state motto “Jai Jharkhand” (Hail Jharkhand).
- The state song of Jharkhand is “Jharkhandi Bhoi” (Jharkhandi Pride), composed by Vinay Bihari.
- The state dance of Jharkhand is Chhau, a masked dance form that depicts stories from Hindu mythology and folklore.
- The state sport of Jharkhand is hockey, and the state has produced many famous hockey players like Jaipal Singh Munda, Sylvanus Dung Dung, Manohar Topno, and Asunta Lakra.
- Jharkhand is home to many waterfalls, such as Hundru Falls, Dassam Falls, Jonha Falls, Hirni Falls, and Lodh Falls.
- Jharkhand is also known for its hills and mountains, such as Parasnath Hill, Netarhat Hill, Dalma Hill, and Tagore Hill.
- Jharkhand has several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, such as Betla National Park, Hazaribagh National Park, Palamau Tiger Reserve, Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, and Lawalong Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Jharkhand has a rich history of tribal resistance against colonial and feudal oppression, led by heroes like Tilka Manjhi, Sidho Kanho, Birsa Munda, and Surya Sen.
- Jharkhand celebrates many festivals, such as Sarhul, Sohrai, Karma, Karam, Holi, Diwali, Durga Puja, Eid, and Christmas.
- Jharkhand has a vibrant film industry, known as Jhollywood, that produces movies in regional languages like Nagpuri, Santhali, and Khortha.
- Jharkhand has also produced many notable personalities in various fields, such as Mahendra Singh Dhoni (cricket), Deepika Kumari (archery), Anjana Om Kashyap (journalism), Shibu Soren (politics), and Nandlal Bose (art).
