Dumka is one of the oldest districts of Jharkhand state under Santha Parganass. This homeland of tribals is full of stunning landscapes, majestic mountains, verdant valleys and serpentine rivers.
The District of Dumka enjoys the status of sub-capital of Jharkhand since 2000.
Dumka is situated in an idyllic surrounding of hill ranges, rivers and forests. The District
of Dumka is an upland tract with a hilly backbone running from North to
South. Ramgarh Hills lies in South East of Dumka, Lagwa Hills near
Nonihat, adds a fascinating charm to the beauty of the District and gives satisfaction of rare scenic beauty to those who toil hard to scale the heights of the mountain ranges.
Attractions
Baba Basukinath Dham, Mallooti, Baba Sumeshwar Nath, Masanjore Dam, Tatloie, Kumdabad, Hill Range
| Year of formation | 15th November 2000 |
| Area | 3716.02 Sq. K.M. |
| Latitude | 860 16" N |
| Longitude | 870 15" East |
| Population (2001) | 1106521 |
| Males | 563850 |
| Females | 542671 |
| Population density | 298 Per Sq. K.M. |
| Sex Ratio | 962 |
| Literacy Rate | 38.08% |
| No. of Sub-Division | 1 |
| No. of Blocks | 10 |
| No. of Villages | 2944 |
| STD Code | 6434 |
How to Reach
Air :
Nearest Air Port is at Kolkata
Rail :
Nearest Railway station is at Jasidih