Jharkhand is an immensely rich state in India’s Eastern regions with a staggering 40% of the countries mineral wealth.

One of the three new states created in 2000. Jharkhand was taken from neighboring Bihar to meet the growing demands of the Adivasi tribal population.  The new state has, as already mentioned, a staggering 40% of the countries mineral wealth, rich forests, major industrial centers and a healthy budget but despite this the new state still suffers. 

The demands of the tribal populations, crippling poverty, corruption and insurgent violence still force the fledgling state into a state of emergency.

Tourism in Jharkhand                                            

Travelers to the state of Jharkhand are urged to visit the star attractions those being the national parks, several waterfalls around its capital of Ranchi and best of all, the chance to feel like you are the only tourist in the world - in the close to tourist free Jharkhand this is actually possible.

Flora and fauna of Jharkhand

Jharkhand is set in an area with prevalent rocky terrains.  Natural resources within the state make for a rich and fertile land which in turn supports a great gathering of wild animals.  This region has the Indian Bengal tigers, elephants, bison, Sambar, wild boars, porcupine, pythons, spotted deer known as cheetals, rabbits, foxes, Langurs, rhesus monkeys, blue bull, Hare, wild cats, honey badgers, jackals, Malabar giant squirrels, mongoose, wolves, antelopes, lizards, venomous reptiles, insects and birds.

Jharkhand Culture

The Culture in Jharkhand is ultimately tribal.  The staple foods are boiled rice with lentils along with Goats, Sheep, fowl and Pig.  Milk is not drunk in the area however a huge consumption of liquor is popular.

The rich and exotic festivals have their place here in Jharkhand.  Sarhul, Karma, Sohrai, Badna, Tusa and Holi are just some of the many festivals you can enjoy during your vacation in Jharkhand with fervor and a great sense of fun.

The lifestyle of the people in Jharkhand is something that goes hand in hand with their culture.  They have 32 archaic tribes, who are stunningly different yet complimentary and due to there being so many different tribal aspects there are several different languages that you may find in the area.  Although English and Hindi are chief languages.  There are the usual religions present, Hindu, Buddhism and Christianity along with Jainism.  But more interesting are the spiritual tribal religions and notions like Sarna Parasnath.

Be Aware in Jharkhand

You should always be aware in Jharkhand that the Maoist groups that reside here can active. And so it is suggested that any travel plans here be checked over a few times before embarking and to be vigilant while travelling, although foreign tourist have never been hurt, in this otherwise stunningly beautiful state.