What is the other name of Santhal Pargana?

The correct answer is Narikhand. Santhal Pargana region was called ‘Narikhand’ in ancient times.

What is the meaning of Santhal Pargana?

Santhal Pargana is one of the divisions of Jharkhand. Its headquarters is at Dumka. Presently, this administrative division comprises six districts: Godda, Deoghar, Dumka, Jamtara, Sahibganj and Pakur.

When was Santhal Pargana formed?

As a direct consequence of the Santhal Hul or Rebellion of 1854-55 led by Sido and Kanu brothers Santhal Pargana has been created as a separate district in 1855 by ceding portions of Bhagalpur (which is presently in Bihar) and Birbhum (which is presently in West Bengal) district.

Are santali Hindu?

According to the 2011 Indian Census, for combined Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha and Bihar, 63% recorded their religion as ‘Hinduism’, while 31% practice other religions and persuasions (mainly Sarna dharam), and 5% practice Christianity.

How many subdivisions are in Santhal Pargana?

Santhal Pargana had four sub-districts – Dumka, Godda, Deoghar and Rajmahal. Subsequently, Santal Pargana district comprised Dumka, Deoghar, Sahibganj, Godda, Pakur and Jamtara sub-divisions.

How many districts are in Santhal Pargana?

6 Districts
Santhal Pargana division – 6 Districts: Jamtara, Deoghar, Dumka, Pakur, Godda, Sahebganj – Headquarters: Dumka.

What is the origin of Santhal?

The original home of the Santals is believed to have been the Champa Kingdom of northern Cambodia; their traditions indicate migration into India by way of Assam and Bengal. Santals typically live in separate villages numbering from 400 to 1000 inhabitants each.

Are Santals Dravidians?

Abstract : The Santal of Indian has been treated by various anthropologists as Pre- Dravidian, Kolarian, Dravidian, Proto-Astraloid, Nishad and Austric. They are the largest tribe in India. They are, at present, scattered in Jharkhand, Chattishgarh, Bihar, Orissa, West- Bengal and Assam.

What is Dumka PIN code?

814101
814110814119
Dumka/Zip codes

Who was the leader of Santhal tribe?

Sidhu Murmu and Kanhu Murmu were the leaders of the Santhal rebellion (1855–1856), the rebellion in present-day Jharkhand and Bengal (Purulia and Bankura) in eastern India against both the British colonial authority and the corrupt zamindari system.

How many divisions are there in Jharkhand?

5 divisions
Presently, 24 districts of Jharkhand are grouped in to 5 divisions.

What is the pin code of Madhupur?

815353Madhupur / Zip code

What is the pin code of pakur?

816107Pakur / Zip code

What is origin of Santhal?

Who is commissioner of Santhal Pargana?

Details of Divisional Commissioner of state: Jharkhand
Division No.	Division Name	Surname
1	Santhal Pargana	Haque
2	North Chotanagpur	Singh
4	Kolhan	Goyal

What is Santal food?

Principal food items of Santals are rice, fish and vegetables. They eat crabs, pork, chicken, beef and the meet of squirrels. Jute spinach (nalita) is one of their favourite food items. Eggs of ducks, chicken, birds, and turtles are delicacy in their menu.

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