West Singhbum Pincodes

Demography

Geography

West Singhbhum, Jharkhand’s largest district, spans 21.97°N to 23.60°N and 85.00°E to 86.90°E, boasting an expanse of 7629.679 km². Embraced by hills, valleys, and lush forests, it thrives at an average elevation of 244 meters. Renowned for Sal tree and Saranda forests, it hosts diverse wildlife—elephants, bison, tigers, leopards, bears, wild dogs, and boars. Amidst cascading waterfalls, Sambar and spotted deer inhabit this natural haven, though their numbers dwindle in areas near human habitation. Priyadarshi Chowdhury’s groundbreaking discovery suggests this region as possibly Earth’s earliest exposed continental land, amplifying the district’s geological significance.

Administraton

West Singhbhum district in Jharkhand is delineated into 18 Blocks, each representing a distinct administrative unit. These Blocks include Chaibasa, Chakradharpur, Khuntipani, Jhinkpani, Tonto, Kumardungi, Tantnagar, Jagannathpur, Manjhari, Manjhgaon, Noamundi, Bandgaon, Manoharpur, Goilkera, Sonua, Gudri, Anandpur, and Hatgamharia. Each Block encapsulates unique cultural nuances, geographic features, and communities, contributing to the diverse fabric of the district. These administrative divisions serve as essential frameworks for governance, resource allocation, and developmental initiatives, catering to the specific needs and aspirations of the populace dwelling within their precincts.