Jharkhand PDF

Ministry of Tourism & Culture
(Department of Tourism)
Preparation of 20 years Perspective Plan

For
The state of Jharkhand
FINAL REPORT
March, 2003
ORG-MARG RESEARCH LIMITED

NEW DELHI
CONTENTS
Chapter 1
Introduction
Chapter 2
State Profile
Chapter 3
Tourist Circuits
Chapter 4
Tourism Perspective plan & Implementation
Schedule
Chapter 5
Environment Impact Assessment
Chapter 6
Financial Plan & Funding
Chapter 7
Marketing & Promotion Strategy
Appendices
Questionnaires
LIST OF CONTENTS
Title
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Chapter
Executive Summary
Introduction
1.1.0
Background
1.2.0
Need For The Study
1.3.0
Terms Of Reference
1.4.0
Methodology
1.4.1
State Level
1.4.2
District / Regional Level
1.4.3
Local Level
State Profile
2.1.0
Introduction
2.1.1
Geography
2.1.2
Climate
2.1.3
Natural Resources
2.1.4
Heritage And Social Cultural Aspects
2.1.5
Crafts of Jharkhand
2.1.6
Prime Festivals
2.1.7
Education
2.1.8
Economy
2.1.9
Employment
2.1.10 Services And Infrastructure
2.1.11 Agriculture
2.1.12 Environment
Tourist Circuit & Destinations
3.1.0
Introduction
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Ranchi-Hazaribagh-Tilaiya
Ranchi
Jonha Fall
Hundru Fall
Tagore Hill
Ranchi Hill
Rock Garden
Acquaworld
Ranchi Lake
Mc Cluskieganje
Crocodile Park
Jagannath Temple
Hatia Dam
Jaibik Udyan
Psycho Fall
Deer Park
Panchgagh Fall
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Hazaribagh Sanctuary
Hazaribagh Lake
Canary Hill
Konar Dam
Salpharni Dam
Surajkund
Rajrappa Temple
Tilaiya
Tilaiya Dam
Daltenganj-Mahuadandh-Netarhat-Ranchi
Netarhat
Sunrise View
Upper Ghaghri
Lower Ghaghri
Koyal View River
Magnolia Point
Betla National Park
Lodh Fall
Sugabandh
Ranchi-Bundu-Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur
Jubilee Park
Tata Steel Zoological Park
Sir Dorabji Tata Park
Rivers' Meet
Hudco Lake
Dimna Lake
Dalma National Park
Dassam Fall
Sun Temple
Deoghar
Baidynathdham
Yoga Ashram
Satsangha Ashram
Nav Durga Mandir
Nandan Pahar
Tapoban
Ramakrishna Mission
Trikut Parbat
Navlakha Mandir
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Dhanbad
Maithon Dam
Topchachi Fall
Parasnath Hills
Vaitinda Falls
Panchet Dam
Saranda
Tourism Perspective Plan & Implementation Schedule

4.1.0
Areas & Aspects
A) Development Of Basic Infrastructure
B) Augmentation Facilities At Tourism Circuits & Spots
C) Product Development
1 Urban Haat At Ranchi & Jamshedpur
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Hot Air Ballooning At Betla
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Ayurveda Centre Near Betla
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Rock Climbing
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Ethnic Tourism
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Eco Tourism at Saranda
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Spiritual Tour Of Jharkhand
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Wonders of Jharkhand
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Heritage Tourism of Jharkhand
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Economic Impact
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Employment Generation
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Social Impact
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Implementation Schedule
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4.3.1
Short Term Plan
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Medium Term Plan
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Long Term Plan
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Environment Impact Assessment
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Introduction
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EIA
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Steps for conservation of natural resources including

forestry and wildlife
Project Tiger
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Title
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Financial Plan And Funding
6.1.0
List of Projects undertaken during the IX th Plan Period
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IX th Plan Period Outlay
Draft X th Plan Outlay
Inventory of State Tourism Properties
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Financial Plan and Fund Requirement
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Funding
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Central Financial Assistance for Integrated Infrastructure
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Institutional Assistance
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Package of Incentives For Promoting Private Investment
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In The Tourism
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Private Sector Participation
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Steps Taken By The State Government To Perpetrate
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Tourism In The State
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Development Approach
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Funding Initiatives From The State Government
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Thrust Areas That Require Immediate Attention
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Marketing And Promotion Strategy
7.1.0
Areas Identified
7.2.0
Strategy
LIST OF TABLES
Table
Title
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Jharkhand at a Glance
2.2
Demographics of Jharkhand
2.3
Districts of Jharkhand, Area & Population
2.4
Mineral Reserve of Jharkhand
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Production of Different Minerals In Jharkhand
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Jharkhand (Flora And Fauna)
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Forest Areas Under Different Districts of Jharkhand
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Water Resources of Jharkhand
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Different Types of Structures In Use
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Usage of Irrigation Structures
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Sources of Irrigation At Jharkhand
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River Basins of Jharkhand
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Monuments Identified By State Government For Rejuvenation
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Reserve Monuments According To First Notification
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Cultural Heritage of Jharkhand At A Glance
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Dance Pattern of Different Tribes
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Capacity Utilization At Power Project
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Villages Having Electricity Facility
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Hospital & Dispensary Details
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Accommodation Facility At Ranchi
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Proposed Floor Area of The Buildings
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Tentative Cost of Construction Of The Buildings
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Tentative Preliminary Expenses
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Tentative Cost of Equipments
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Tentative Cost of Operations
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Tentative Total Initial Expenditure
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Rental Income From Artisans
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Income From Food Stalls
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Table
Title
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Tentative Total Income From The Haat
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Equipment Cost - Cost Of The Balloon
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Other Preliminary Expenditures
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Tentative Civil Cost
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Tentative Total Initial Cost
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Tentative Civil Cost
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Tentative Cost of Decoration
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Tentative Cost of Plant & Equipment
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Cost of Accommodation
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No. of People Attending Courses
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Tentative Amount of Revenue Generated
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Revenue From Massages of Various Types
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Tentative Total Income From The Centre
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Stakeholder contribution & benefit in Eco- Tourism
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Projected Traffic Flow in the State
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5.1
Impact Identification Matrix For Proposed Urban Haat
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Impact Identification Matrix For Proposed Hot Air Ballooning at
Betla
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Impact Identification Matrix For Proposed Ayurvedic Centre At

Betla
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IX th Plan Outlay for the State of Jharkhand
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Xth Plan Outlay proposed for development of Tourism in the State
of Jharkhand
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Annual Plan for the New Schemes for Development of Tourism in

the State of Jharkhand
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Inventory of Jharkhand State Tourism Properties
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Costing Of Facilities
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Annual Fund Outlay Of Jharkhand
6.6
List Of Projects
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LIST OF FIGURES
Fig.
Title
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2.1
Physical Map Of Jharkhand
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Tourist Map Of Jharkhand
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Tribes Of Jharkhand
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Jharkhand Railway Network
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Deers at the Deer Park
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Serene Environment of Sulpharni Dam
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Vent At Surajkund
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The Surreptitious Forest At Betla
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The Majestic Lodh Falls
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A Waterfall
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The Sun Temple
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Famous temples at Deoghar
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A Famous Recreation Park
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The famous Navlakha Mandir
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The Serene Settings of Damodar
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The Majestic Vatinda Falls
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Management Committee Of The Urban Haat
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Burner of a Balloon in Action
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Parts of a Hot Air Balloon
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Matrix for Identifying Perception of Tribal
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Tourism, Nature Tourism & Eco- Tourism The differences
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Theme of Eco- Tourism Development at Saranda
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The focus of Eco Tourism Development at Saranda
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5.1
Stages of EIA Process
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Central Govt. Scheme For Funding Tourism
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Procedure For Grant of Financial Assistance
Annexure
Chapter 4: Tourism Perspective Plan & Implementation Schedule
ORG-MARG
Name of the Plan

Implementation Period
Key Criteria
Nodal Agency
Medium Term Plan

2007-12
Consolidation of Infrastructure & Communication
JTDC
Amenities
To be looked after by
Tourist Bunglows near

high traffic spots
6-lane expressway for
Ranchi-Jamshedpur
New
Resorts
for
accommodation
Leisure parks at Khunti
Lake View Hotel at Tilaiya
dam
Watch Tower at Netarhat
4 Runway Airport at Ranchi to
accommodate at least 8-10
domestic flights
2 more Airports at Daltenganj
& Jamshedpur
All District Headquarters to be
connected by Broad Gauge
Railway. Trains to be
efficiently routed
Implementation
of
the
products
suggested
by
Consultants at various spots
Improvement
of
Communication Infrastructure
like :Satellite Connectivity
Telephone spread
Internet Connectivity
Mobile Connection
Cable Connection
Dissemination of Tourism
related Information
Gauging satisfaction of the
tourists
Involving tribals in a more
positive way with the Tourism
Development Plan
Monitoring Activity
JTDC
Support
Ministry of Civil Aviation & Govt. of Jharkhand

Airport Authority of India
Ministry
of
Railways, Govt. of Jharkhand
Government of India
JTDC
Private Entrepreneurs
Task force comprising of Private Operators

Ministry
of
Telecommunications, Govt.
of India, State Government
and JTDC
JTDC
JTDC
JTDC
Professionals & Local

inhabitants
TCDC, LAMPS
JTDC
Professional Agencies
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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E.1
Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Tourism and Culture,

Government of India, has proposed a 20 years Perspective plan for
development of Tourism in state of Jharkhand [a newly formed state].
Keeping in mind the aforementioned objective, Ministry of Tourism,
Government of Indian, has assigned ORG-MARG Research Pvt. Ltd. to
prepare the plan. The plan is divided into 7 chapters under different
headings.
E.2
On 14th Nov.2000 Jharkhand was formed after separating 18 districts

of South Bihar. Height of Jharkhand plateau ranges between 10003000 ft. from sea level. Jharkhand situated at the eastern corner of
Vindhya mountain range has a distinct cultural, mineral, natural, tribal
heritage among other states of India. Jharkhand is among the few
destinations that offer a perfect holiday option.
Although Jharkhand is in the nascent stage of development, it still

holds a vast potential for attractions like waterfalls, reservoirs, wildlife
sanctuaries, hills to name a few.
Community participation is the core of Jharkhand. The state consists of

nearly 30 diverse and distinct tribal communities, which are there since
ages. Although they have their own specific language and culture, still
they respect others activities. Akhra (community ground) is the binding
force and denote the status of the tribes.
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E.3
During the study ORG covered large number of tourist spots

mainly located across 2 existing circuits and a number of standalone destinations. Besides this, one new circuit and 2 spots
that holds potential of being converted into tourist attraction
have been identified during the course of study. The
spots/circuits were analysed in terms of location; connectivity,
infrastructure, identity, amenities, and limitation besides this
what is the existing traffic and inventory levels were also
studied.
Spots covered in Ranchi-Hazaribagh-Tilaiya circuit were

Jonha fall, Hundru fall, Tagore Hill, Ranchi Hill, Rock garden,
Acquaworld, Ranchi lake, Crocodile park, Jagnnath temple,
Hatia dam, Hazaribagh national sanctuary, Hazaribagh lake,
Konar dam, Canary hill, Salpharni dam, Surajkund, Rajrappa
temple, Tilaiya dam etc.
Spots covered in Daltenganj-Mahuadandh-Netarhat-Ranchi

circuit are Betla National Park, Palamu Quila, Lodh fall,
Sunrise point, Sunset point, Upper Ghaghri, Lower Ghaghri,
Koyal view etc.
A new circuit was identified as Ranchi-Bundu-Jamshedpur.

Till date most of the tourists were visiting spots in this circuit
as stand alone spot. From now onwards Dassam fall, Sun
temple, Dalma national park, Dimna lake can be promoted
as a package tour because of their connectivity with National
highway 33 and proximity to each other.
Dalma is the first Elephant national park of India. This

park shall be a great opportunity for the visitors to
experience wildlife adventure without any boundary.
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There is no reserve/buffer area; visitor can enjoy the

complete area of the park (approx. 190 km).
Sugabandh, identified as new tourist spot 65 km from

Betla on Daltenganj-Netarhat route has a distinct natural
creation and structure that attracts tourists. There is a
service road of 5 km that connects this spot with
Daltenganj-Netarhat highway.
Betla & Lodh fall have all the potential to attract domestic
as well as international tourists. Lodh is only natural
waterfall in Jharkhand that has water all over the year.
Betla is signified as only tiger reserve area in Jharkhand.
Connectivity of these spots with Varanasi is another
positive aspect that can be used to attract international
visitors.
Netarhat being the only hill station in Jharkhand has

unique scenic beauty. But absence of internal transport
and approach road is hindering the prospects. Normally
bus takes more than 90 minutes to cross the valley
stretch of 22 km, the condition of road is a major limiting
factor. Amenities like food joints, communication kiosks,
medical facility, drinking water are inadequate at this
place.
Deoghar has nine tourist spots, each having unique

characteristic which makes the tourist to extend their visit.
Pilgrims make it a point to visit all the spots as they feel
that this is gods place and they should make most from
their visit. The average duration of stay is 2-3 days.
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Dhanbad, the mineral capital of Jharkhand consists of

water reservoir & dam. Topchachi lake is the largest
water reservoir in eastern India and Maithon dam is
the biggest one in Damodar Valley Corporation
(DVC).
Saranda, an unique storehouse of ecological and

visual delights, which can be developed as a prime
spot of tourist attraction.
E.4
Insufficient operational infrastructure i.e. approach road, sanitation,

drinking water, parking place, sheds at the spot are the parameters that
require immediate attention from the concerned authorities. Almost
50% of the spots do not have surfaced approach road thus no public
transport is available for the tourists.
Lack of connectivity & basic infrastructure were the major

impediments identified at most of the spots. Some spots Lodh
fall, Sugabandh, Lower Ghaghri, Dassam fall, crocodile park
etc. do not have any approach road and some others like
Hundru, Jonha, Vaitinda fall, Netarhat, Panchgagh fall, Dalma
national park, Sulpharni dam etc. require resurfacing of the
approach road.
No public transport is available for almost 70% of the spots in

State. Tourists have to engage private taxis to visit these spots,
but this is abnormally high for the tourists.
Internal transport is available during the day only, no

transport is available at night. So the tourist have to travel
during day only thus have very less time to enjoy the spot
and be back at the base. This is major limitation with tourism
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industry in Jharkhand. Safety is prime concern of the tourist,

as Jharkhand is known for its Naxal activities. Movement is
restricted after sunset and public transport is operational
accordingly. For example: Bus for Ranchi-Netarhat route are
available till 10 AM only and back till 3 PM.
Amenity at spot includes sanitation, drinking water, parking

place, food stalls and primary medical facility. These were
not available at Lodh fall, Sugabandh, Panchgagh fall,
Sunset point (Magnolia point) whereas few of these were
available for the tourist at Betla, Deer park, Maithon dam,
Topchanchi lake etc.
Power situation is very poor in Jharkhand as just 60% of total

villages are connected through electricity. Complete absence
was recorded at waterfalls near Ranchi, Deer park, Crocodile
park, Lodh fall, Panchet dam etc.
Communication was a major impediment recorded during the

study. Kiosks are rarely available for the tourists in the
proximity of the spots like Betla, Netarhat, Tilaiya dam,
Hazaribagh sanctuary, Surajkund, Salpharni dam etc. No
STD/ISD booth was available for the visitors.
Accommodation facilities are available through BSTDC

tourist bungalows only and that is also located at 6 spots.
Budget accommodation hotels are available only at Ranchi,
Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, and Deoghar. No other city in state
has quality hotels for the tourists to stay.
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Most of spots are naturally created thus have limitations

attached. Tourist visits also vary seasonally like the
amenities near the spots. During the season local
inhabitants build stalls for 3-4 months thereafter the
structure are removed.
Guide facilities are not available at nearly all the spots.

Visitors are not in a position to know about the spot or
surroundings. Many tourists defer their visit plan because
of this, as they are skeptical to move to a particular spot
without any knowledge of the spot.
E.5
Suggestions made by the consultant include development of

operational infrastructure, improvement in amenities at various
spots/circuits, products conceptualization for tourist attraction. Some
highlights of these are:
Being the most preferred medium of transportation roads require

immediate attention from the authorities. Condition of the roads
connecting tourist spots is very bad thus very less public transport
is operational on the route. Ranchi-Netarhat, Angara-Hundru,
Mahuadandh-Lodh, are some of the spots that do not have any
connecting road.
Width of the national as well as state highway is not uniform and

sufficient to accommodate the traffic safely. It is suggested to widen
NH 33 and NH 23 as these two host major part of the traffic. State
highways connecting spots in Netarhat-Daltenganj route are just 2
Mt wide. GT Road passing through Dhanbad requires resurfacing.
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Ranchi the only airport in Jharkhand has an single Indian Airlines

flight routed through Mumbai-Delhi-Ranchi-Patna. Fare is charged
on a hoping basis but this should be fixed on destinations, rather
than the hopping system. At the same time, efforts to develop
Jamshedpur into a full fledged Airport, should be given priority.
Inter connectivity of various districts of Jharkhand should be

planned. Network between Ranchi-Daltenganj, Ranchi-Hazaribagh
should be installed and improvement should be done in connection
between Ranchi-Jamshedpur, Ranchi-Lohardaga.
The consultant has identified
Accommodation projects(hotels/resorts/motels)
Cafeteria projects(restaurants, wayside facilities)
Service
oriented
projects
(travel
agency/operators/franchise)
HRD
Communication
Kiosks
(STD/ISD/PCO,
Cyber
caf)
should be installed at spots namely Betla national park,

Netarhat,
Mahuadandh
(Lodh
fall),
Maithon
dam,
Topchanchi lake, Surajkund, Tilaiya dam, Panchgagh fall

etc.
Sanitation, potable drinking water points and other public

conveniences are suggested at Hazaribagh sanctuary,
Panchgagh fall /Rock Garden/ Sugabandh/ Maithon Dam/
Hatia dam.
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Wayside cafeteria is suggested at following Bundu,

Khunti, Latehar, Sugabandh, Mahuadandh, Angara check
post, Maithon dam, Netarhat, Surajkund, Konar dam,
Dalma National park, Betla National park.
Medical support system is completely unorganized thats why a

common disease like Malaria has taken a shape of chronic disease
at Netarhat. Some NGOs as well as Private medical professionals
should be motivated to service the inhabitants more effectively.
Accommodation facility has been suggested at Hazaribagh,

Netarhat, Chaibasa and Ranchi. Budget hotels should be planned
at these places with private participation.
The consultant has suggested tourist facilitation centers for

guidance and support of tourists at Delhi, Varanasi, Betla, Netarhat,
Dhanbad, and Deoghar.
The various products identified were Hot Air Ballooning for Betla,
Ayurveda Center at Betla National Park, Rock climbing at plateau of
Netarhat and Ramgarh, Urban Haat at Ranchi & Jamshedpur,
Ethnic Tourism comprising the Tribes of Jharkhand, Eco- Tourism
at Saranda, Spiritual tour covering the various spiritual sites of
Jharkhand, Wonder Tour comprising of the Waterfalls and Dams,
and finally Heritage Tour at McCluskieganj.
E.6
The tourist always wants value for money when any destination is
visited. This varies from tourist to tourist & destination to destination.
Besides this it also varies for domestic and international tourists since
they have different needs as well as motivations for an experience is
different in both the cases. As per the study foreign tourist are more
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interested in tribal area, ethnic tourism, adventure, wildlife tourism,

culture & heritage, eco-tourism, handicrafts whereas on the other hand
domestic or day visitors were interested in religious places,
monuments, amusement facilities, leisure tourism. The plan has to be
focussed on the basis of these needs.
Traffic inflow should be tracked and compare it with the

projections. Any variation should be scanned along with
reasoning and measures to motivate the tourists.
The consultants have worked out three phases for

development based on demand priority for development
and magnitude of various developmental projects. The
total duration of all the phases collectively is 20 years
indicated as short terms (2002-2007), medium term
(2007-2012), long-term (2012-2022).
Short term, is the first phase spanning for a period of five

years. At the same time priority projects identified by the
Consultants would be planned in detailed during this
phase.
Still
emphasis
should
be
on
developing
operational infrastructure suggested by the consultant at

tourist spots/circuits.
Medium term plan concentrates on development of

products conceptualized during the study. Monitoring of
the tasks implemented is also necessary in order to
maintain the standards and revenue.
Prime objective of long-term plan is performance

appraisal of projects implemented during short and
medium term. Any deviation from the objective should be
taken care of before they get delayed and non revertible.
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E.7
Eco tourism has been identified as major thrust area in Jharkhand.

Catalyst identified was abundance of natural assets i.e. not utilized
properly till date. State government decision of sharing the income from
forest products with local inhabitants is a leap forward step in right
direction. Consultant has identified some steps for this:
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is one of the proven

management tools for incorporating environmental concerns in
development process and also in improved decision-making. This
has been taken care in fifth chapter of our plan. Conservation plans
have been suggested in perspective of existing as well as
proposed infrastructure developments.
The consultant has suggested 11 activities to be performed for eco

development and maintenance of natural assets. Suggestions are
made for preservation of endangered species and other forest
products.
Palamu Tiger reserve is incomparable asset of Jharkhand as it was

one of the 8 national park initially identified for development under
Tiger conservation programme (TCP). This is among major
attraction point for adventure as well as wild life tourists. The forest
department has conceptualized eco-development program for this
area with cooperation from local inhabitants.
One major suggestion is reducing the dependency of local

inhabitants on forest. Cultivation is very poor in state and people
are dependent on forestry products despite vacant agricultural
land. Other identified revenue stream should be implemented in
order to create conducive environment for this change.
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It has been observed that Joint Forest Management (JFM) has

been successful, by and large in managing forests in a sustainable
manner in various parts of the country. This approach has
exemplified fruitful collaborative efforts of the forest department.
This should also include local community participation for forest
conservation.
E.8
An assessment of the IXth and Xth Plan Outlay for the state tourism
development has been presented herein. The future elements of the
Perspective Plan for development of basic infrastructure, tourism
product development and creation of selective tourism circuits requires
a sizeable capital investment towards creation of additional facilities to
cater the needs of projected flow of tourist traffic.
The plan should focus on sustainable tourism development, which is

eco & environment friendly and overall tourist friendly. Tourism is said
to be at opposite heads with environment, wherein tourists at a
particular destination leads to overcrowding which in turn leads to
waste generation resulting in generation of various types of pollutants
of different forms & types. The sustainable development consists of
various benefits in different forms such as benefiting
local population / inhabitants

participating agencies/associates/bodies
provide a lasting experience
informative in nature
conserving resources(cultural & historical heritage)
Emphasis on quality & not quantity.
An environment planning approach is essential for sustainable

development of tourism. This implies that all aspects of environment
be carefully studied, analyzed while proposing development at
sensitive tourist destinations, thus it calls for an separate cell
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whereby all monitoring activities can be carried out related to the

environment.
Tourism dept. should give high priority to planning new approach

roads and maintenance of existing ones that provide linkage to
thrust areas and other identified destinations of tourist importance.
State should give high priority to planning new roads and

maintenance and improvement of existing roads that provide
linkage to thrust areas and other identified destinations of tourist
importance. The roads from Ranchi- Jamshedpur, GhaghraNetarhat Daltenganj. Total cost projected for this head is INR
1100 lacs.
The state government should take steps to provide adequate

transport services for various categories of tourists. Five percent of
the accrual from M.V. Taxes will be earmarked for various
passenger amenities. Private sector should be motivated to
participate in this and permits should be issued on priority basis.
Central government assistance through various plans like Prime

minister Gramin Sadak Yojna, National Action Plan for Tourism
(NAPT) etc. should be utilized properly in order to generate
effective results.
Details of funding for master plan has been structured into

subheads:
Basic infrastructure
Manpower
Marketing and Promotion
Identified Products
Selective Tourism Areas/Spots
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These subheads have been divided into periodic plans with

projected fund outlay. Short-term outlay is projected to be 11 Cr
(approx.). Medium term is projected approx. 334 Cr. and long-term
plan will require investment of approx. 190 cr.
Costing of Basic Facilities
Costing of facilities
Facilities
Tourist Facilitation Centre
Average
Cost
(Rs. Lacs)
68
Sanitation/Public
Conveniences
6 7.2
Approach Roads
1100-1200
Cafeteria/Wayside
120-140
Amenities
Potable water
12-18
Landscaping /Garden
35-40
Parking Area
15-18
Museum / Trico Emporium

Security Booth
50-60
4-8
Power Back-up 25 KVA

Budget Hotels
[200-250 rooms]
20-24
400
Locations
Betla/
Delhi/
Ranchi/
Jamshedpur
Hazaribagh
Sanctuary,
Panchgagh Fall /Rock Garden
Sugabandh/ Maithon Dam/
Hatia dam
Lodh Fall/ Hundru Fall /
Dasam fall/ Salpharni Dam/
Sugabandh /Vaitinda fall/
Panchgagh /Crocodile park/
Dalma sanctuary
Bundu/Khunti/Latehar/
Sugabandh/Mahuadandh/
Angara check post/ Maithon
dam/Netarhat/Surajkund/
Konar Dam/ Dalma National
Park, Betla National park.
Hundru Fall/ Panchgagh/ Rock
Garden/Hatia Dam/ Netarhat/
Konar Dam/ Salpharni Dam/
Tilaiya Dam/ Johna falls
Rock Garden/ Hatia Dam/
Maithon Dam/ Tilaiya Dam
Hundru
Fall/
Lodh
fall/
Baidyanath Temple /Netarhat
Betla/ Jamshedpur
Lodh
fall/
Hazaribagh
sanctuary/Dhanbad
Various circuits
Hazaribagh,
Netarhat,
Chaibasa, Ranchi.
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Development of tourism infrastructure and improvement of tourism

products mainly consist of the following :
i)
Central
Financial
Assistance
for
integrated
infrastructure
development.
ii)
Central Assistance to state government for developing tourist

circuits and product development.
iii)
iv)
Package of incentives for promoting private investment in the

tourism sector.
Funding options have been also taken care of through identification

of institutions specializing in supporting tourism development
activities. The institutional assistance for developing tourism
facilities is available from domestic financial institutions i.e. TFCI,
IFCI, SIDBI, SFCs, IDBI, ICICI.
The most popular pattern for funding is the `normal funding under
which, the Dept. of Tourism, Govt. of India meets almost the entire
expenditure except the cost of land and interior decoration in case
of the construction projects. Around 60% of the project cost has to
be raised as loan from financial institutions or banks.
A tax holiday should be made available for a period of 5-10 years

on the capital investment to various tourism projects whether
declared by the Central government (circuits) or the state
government located in designated areas as well as located on state
as
well
as
national
highways.
Necessary
administrative
arrangements shall be made available at state as well as district

level to make the incentive scheme operational.
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The JTDC shall have to assume a catalytic role focussed on acting

as a clearing house of information, production & distribution of
brochures, literatures etc. Besides this the department shall open
its offices at various important cities of India to provide publicity as
well as tourism information along with packages, circuits, tariffs etc.
Intensive efforts shall be undertaken to attract private investors from

other states as well as countries including NRIs to invest in tourism
sector. The Department of Tourism along with the state department,
shall have to play an active role in ensuring smooth and clear cut
permissions, information, plans are available to them easily without
any hassles of the government.
A special task force needs to be created under the chairmanship of

the Secretary as well as the Director of tourism along with other
core members for effective co-ordination & implementation as well
as
monitoring
the
activities
among
various
government
departments, agencies to speed up the decision making process as

well as take corrective measures on the spot and implement the
same.
To make the entire system result oriented it is necessary that there

be a strong feedback and monitoring system.
Package of Incentives for promoting private Investment in Tourism

industry should be designed with support from TFCI, IFCI, IDBI and
other financial institutions. These can be opted from available
incentive options like: priority sector, interest subsidy, income tax
exemptions,
capital
subsidy
for
heritage
hotel,
Liberalized
Exchange Rate Management Scheme (LERMS) etc.
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E.8
One of the impediments identified was lack of awareness among the

tourists. Marketing of the spots has to be planned in respect of
attracting more visitor form other parts of India. Till date 90% of the
tourist influx is from West Bengal only, efforts should be made to attract
tourist from other origins also.
Support system should be in place to assist the tourists. This

includes facilitation center, approved guide, photography, brochure
of the particular circuit as well as spot, facility to make the tourist at
ease etc. All these should be performed through government
support in order to earn faith of the visitors later this task can be
shifted to approved tour operators.
Developing optional tour packages will definitely be a great help for

saving time and money for tourists. These should be designed
through approved operator and promoted through government
institution in order to gain the goodwill of the tourists.
Government should formulate strategies to promote suggested

types of tourism targeted at domestic as well as international
tourists respectively. Separate brochure should be printed for these
to motivate the visitors and also promote each trip in specialized
manner. Amenities should be planned in similar terms along with
distinctive traits of the local inhabitants.
At present Tribal handicrafts are not actively promoted, there is only

one shop showcasing the products. Most of the visitors do windowshopping because they arent able to judge the significance of
product displayed. TCDC being the apex body in state should come
forward with lucrative schemes for tribals and proper marketing
initiatives should be taken to market that.
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E.9
The development of tourism is connected with a number of factors

such as
Changing lifestyles & demographics
Political climate
Economic factors
Investment climate
Marketing of the spots has to be planned with respect to attracting

more tourists as well as repeat tourists. This is divided into 2tier plan
1st tier
Creation of facilities
Awareness build - up
Target the tourist community (state specific)
2nd tier
Invite private participation
Provide operational incentives
To achieve these following steps need to be adopted
Project Jharkhand as a major destination within and outside

the country.
Motivate international tourists at Varanasi to extend their trip
and enjoy the natures paradise [Betla-Lodh fall-Netarhat].
Identify the USP of various circuits / products.
Focus on the operators and agents other than JTDC.
Improve inter destination connectivity.
Provision of Basic facilities [irrespective of the traffic] needs
to be developed at various identified areas.
Attract high-end tourist and focus on certain
themes/products.
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Petrol pumps should be planned on various highways along

with a cafeteria to facilitate the trip and midway halt for the
Tourists.
For remote areas, central power backup systems [generator
30-35 KVA] and charge for the same at higher rates than
JSEB.
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Chapter 1 : Introduction
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CHAPTER -1
INTRODUCTION
1.1.0 Background
Recognizing the importance of tourism as an instrument for economic
development, a comprehensive tourism policy was framed by the government.
As a consequence of economic restructuring & liberalization of policies, the
Tourism Industry was declared as a priority sector for foreign investment.
Though India has the potential of being the number one destination in tourism
circuit, the lack of commitment & changing policies are causing a hindrance.
Tourism has to be given the status of Indias top economic driver & become a
national priority.
India is getting just 2.6 million foreign arrivals a year & its share in world
tourism arrivals has remained constant at 0.40%. The number of Indian
travelling abroad is much more than the tourists coming in. On the other hand
domestic tourism has grown by leaps & bounds from 64 million tourists to 176
million but the average Indian spending is much less than the world average,
which is approximately 10% on travel & tourism. The Indian average, which is
4.6%, is slowly on the rise that shall translate into India being the highest
growth country for tourism demand in the world.
The government spending is a mere 0.9% of its total spending on travel &
tourism, compared to other countries, which ranges between 5-15% of the
total expenditure.
This translates into lack of infrastructure in terms of

-
rail, road, air connections
communication
accommodation
tourist information network
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Secondly, unplanned growth is having its impact on local environment as well

as creating cultural and social problems in existing high traffic areas resulting
in overcrowding. As a result India is unable to capitalize fully on the dramatic
shift visualized by the tourism industry-a shift from America & Europe to Asia
& Far East.
The visitors to India come mainly from England & US followed by Sri-Lanka,
France, Germany, Canada, Japan, Australia & Singapore. The majority is in
the younger age bracket between 25 & 44. Nearly 70% of the visitors are men.
Besides this 45% of the overseas visitors to India are repeat visitors.
1.2.0 Need for the Study

The tourism industry has been generating an impressive volume of
employment and is also one of the prime foreign exchange earner. The
development of this industry depends on the quality of environment and
availability of facilities and amenities, which are of utmost importance as
people expect a peaceful atmosphere.
As a result accessibility, accommodation & recreation are the three essential

factors, which go a long way in the development of tourism.
India has an immense potential to be developed as the main tourist

destination in the coming years because of some of the important features
mentioned below:
India with a population of over 1 billion is spread over an area of

3287 million sq. kms.
A coastline of over 7516 kms

Railway network of over 62,700 kms
Over 61,500 hotel rooms in over 1083 hotels (3 star 5 star)
Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
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Over 80 national parks & 444 wildlife sanctuaries

Over 51 hill stations
The potential of domestic tourism has grown substantially during last few
years due to increase in income levels & emergence of dynamic urban middle
class with increase in spending habits.
To assess the tourism potential the Ministry of Tourism has entrusted the task
of Preparation of 20 years perspective plan for the state of Jharkhand to
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1.3.0 Terms of reference
i)
A perspective plan with a time frame of 20 years needs to be

developed for developing sustainable tourism giving year-wise phasing
of investment having regard to the resources available. Department of
Tourism shall provide Central financial assistance for this purpose
subject to the maximum of Rs. 20.00 lakhs.
ii)
The Plan should indicate short-term and long-term plans, targets and
ground realities.
iii)
The Plan should indicate all activities to be undertaken by different

agencies clearly indicating the time frame for each activity.
iv)
The Plan should be able to assess the existing tourism scenario in the
State/Union Territory with respect to existing traffic levels and inventory
of
natural resources
heritage and other socio-cultural assets
quantitative/ demographic factors like population, employment,

occupation, income levels etc.
v)
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services and infrastructure already available
The Plan should review the status of existing development / investment

plans of schemes for the development of tourism in the region.
vi)
The Plan should list and evaluate existing potential tourist destinations
and centers and categorise them on the basis of inventory of
attractions, infrastructure availability, degree of popularity, volume of
traffic flow etc.
vii)
The Plan should analyse and categorise existing / potential

destinations and centers, as a stand alone destinations, part of a circuit
and / or as major attractions for special interests groups, etc.
viii)
The Plan should assess the existing infrastructure levels at identified

destinations / centers in terms of quality of roads / transportation
facilities, civic amenities, enroute transit facilities, boarding and lodging
facilities etc.
ix)
The Plan should be able to broadly assess traffic flow to identified

destinations & centers for assessment of infrastructure requirements
taking into account past growth trends, suggested linkages and
integration, future expected developments including likely investments
by the State and investment climate / incentive for the private sector
etc.
x)
The Plan should attempt and arrive at an indicative cost configuration

of likely investment on infrastructure development under different
heads and to prioritise investment needs by drawing up a phased
investment plan covering the next 20 years.
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The Plan should identify the existing as well as new tourism projects
including projects for expansion / augmentation, upgradation of
facilities and services destinations & centers, which have potential for
development.
xii)
The Plan should undertake product conceptualization cum feasibility

exercise inter-alia for identified projects covering aspects like locational
evaluation, schematic product planning & conceptualization including
quantification of individual project parameters, assessment of overall
investment levels and of project viability cum feasibility study exercises
etc.
xiii)
The Plan should prepare an action plan for implementation of identified

potential development schemes / projects / products and for
development of infrastructure in conformity with the policy objectives &
guidelines provided by the concerned state / central agencies /
departments and the requirements of national development and
funding agencies. The overall development plan to also take into
account WTOs Bali declaration on tourism development.
xiv)
The Plan should include Project-wise potential for employment

generation; a reasonable percentage of potential employment is to be
reserved for women.
xv)
The Plan should indicate the actual and the projected number of
domestic and foreign tourist arrivals for each proposed tourist place.
xvi)
Prioritise the scheme on the basis of employment potential of the

project and the tourist arrivals at the proposed place.
xvii)
An inventory of existing infrastructural facilities (including paying guest

facility) is to be made; after which, the proposed infrastructure needs to
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be split up into various segments concerning different State

Government Departments, such as PWD, Forest, Culture, Handicrafts
etc., and dovetailed with the Tourism Plans.
xviii)
Since the perspective plan would be used for external assistance, it

would be desirable to suggest State tourism projects to foreign funding
agencies for financial assistance; each project has to be properly and
finalized accordingly.
xix)
Other sources of funding such as loans from the Financial Institutions,

the Tourism Finance Corporation of India (TFCI) etc., need to be
explored. Besides, proper incentives need to be suggested for private
sector participation.
xx)
Further the available institutional machinery in the State to oversee /

coordinate the development of tourism infrastructure has to be
specifically suggested.
xxi)
Facilities for performance by local artists; cultural troupes should be

built into the perspective plan.
xxii)
Cultural complexes can be suggested with the financial help from the
State Department of Culture and later made economically viable on
pattern of Dilli Haat.
xxiii)
Handicraft shops should be suggested at various tourist places; these

could be run by women.
xxiv) Perspective plan should include potential developing health resorts at /

near the tourist places. Yoga classes, nature cure facilities, ayurvedic
system of medicines should be available at these places to attract
tourists.
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Consultant preparing the perspective plan should be asked to give an

executive summary of the plan along with the report.
xxvi) The perspective plans should incorporate attractive packages /

schemes to attract private sector investment.
xxvii) It is necessary that the environmental issues are dealt with in sufficient
details and environmental impact assessment studies made in respect
of all new projects.
xxviii) The perspective plans should include carrying capacity studies,

instruments of spatial and land use planning, instruments of
architectural controls for restoration of old properties and construction
of new ones in old towns and cities, strategy for local community
participation and protection of cultural identity, awareness programmes
for local participation and local commitment to the project.
xxix) Measures necessary for mitigating the adverse environmental impacts

and rehabilitating and tourist places already environmentally damaged
should be incorporated in the perspective plans.
xxx)
The perspective plan should include strategy for privatization of the

tourism related properties owned by the State and the State Tourism
Corporation.
1.4.0
Methodology
The methodology was drafted in relation to the objectives outlined

based on the Consultants understanding of the requirement
1.
Preparation of Tourism Master Plan for the State as Stage I and
2.
Preparation of Detailed Tourism / Spot Plans for individual

tourist centres as Stage II at the local level.
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The methodology has been arrived at after careful consideration of the

nature and scope of the study supported with relevant analysis and
background research.
Broadly speaking, this study cannot be viewed as a linear process of

research rather as an iteration of tasks correlated in a logical sequence
leading to an understanding of complex issues. In other words, the
study was conducted at various levels of spatial reference, namely,
state, district and the local level so as to bring the whole process into a
meaningful systems framework.
1.4.1 State Level

At the state level, emphasis would be to evolve an ecologically sound
and economically viable Tourism Master Plan to encompass the
tourism potential of the concerned state. The Master Plan would be
formulated for a time scale of about 20 years, which would include X
Plan, XI Plan XII Plan and XIII Plan periods.
The strategy for the development of tourism will be an outcome of the

following exercise
a.
Identification of Existing tourism potential (areas / places) of

different survey states
b.
Classification of the tourism potential based on the nature,

scope, scale and mix of the activities.
The scale and mix refers to the intensity of the potential and the
amount of revenue generated as a result of the spill over effect and its
possible utilization. The classification would largely depend on the
economic aspects and the social value of the potential in terms of its
image and prestige.
c.
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Assessment of Environmental sensitivity of the region and

categorization of differential sensitivity zones.
All development activities concerning tourism must consider the

question of ecological sensitivity to ensure that development would not
have adverse effect on environment. In this respect, it is proposed to
delineate the state into zones of environmental sensitivity by utilizing
number of indicators relating to altitude, slope, rainfall, vegetation, land
use etc. so as to assess their amenability to intervention for tourism
development.
d.
Identify natural and possible travel circuits that have emerged by

virtue of their location, scale and accessibility and evolve or
enlarge additional or new circuits, which could be developed by
removing barriers such as accessibility etc.
In this process, it would become necessary to view tourist potential

centers in a wider spatial perspective.
e.
Assess the economic impact of ongoing / new tourism activities

including their multiplier effect.
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Deliverables
a. Evolve an ecologically sound and economically viable Tourism

(Development) Master Plan, through integration of identified travel
circuits and the ecological sensitivity zones.
b. An assessment of the interaction between the economic and

demographic parameters and the tourism areas / places leading to an
overview of tourism in the state.
c. Integration of the basic tourist and other infrastructure with the overall
developmental framework for proposed survey state.
d. Identification of priorities of development and formulation of a sound

tourism / marketing strategy showing assessment of what would sell
and at what price to the potential tourists (Domestic & International).
e. Evaluate what facilities / assets could be created to meet the abovegenerated demand.
f. How to position the product / packages through preferences and image

building (niche marketing) as well as the institutional capability building
for creation, maintenance and operation of assets over the plan period.
g. Development of regional linkages & connectivity with intra-regional

transport system. The perspective plan at this stage would define the
improvement & new requirement for air, water & surface transport
system from tourism development angle.
h. Various
infrastructural
support
systems
such
as
power,
telecommunication etc.
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potential
&
social
welfare
capacities
of
tourism
development process in respective state.
j. An overall investment pattern indicating short term, medium term &

long-term investment for development of required infrastructure &
facilities for the respective state.
k. Institutional development plan for implementation & management of

tourism assets
1.4.2
District / Regional Level
The District level highlights the task of formulating programmes for

various districts towards tourism. In addition, guidelines relating to
infrastructure provision would be attempted at this stage. This becomes
essential in order to reconcile with the areas of emphasis between the
regional strategy and the state level policies.
The specific programme formulated would include the following

features:
Stage I
a.
Identification of the various tourist centers / spots.
b.
Classification of these tourist centers based on their nature and

tourist statistics including the magnitude of tourists in terms of
numbers and longevity and their location in the environmental
sensitive zones of various order.
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Stage II
a. Identification of factors either inhibiting or promoting the growth of
tourism, both domestic and international in various districts / regions.
b. Assessing the infrastructure facilities in each of the centers and its

present level of utilization which will include the following elements :
Level of infrastructure available at four levels, namely at

destination areas, transit arrangements, ancillary activities
and origin areas.
Economics of infrastructure in terms of investment.
Promotional infrastructure aimed at up-liftment of social

values.
Deliverables
Formulating a set of plans with specific reference to the type of

infrastructure to be provided in these centers in relation to their location
in environmental sensitive zones. Their present / proposed primacy in
travel circuits along with the investment pattern to strengthen the
existing infrastructure in addition to the new ones.
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1.4.3
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Local Level
The local level study deals with the individual centers exclusively in a
detailed manner wherein they will be classified and graded. Tourism
Development (Master) Plan would be prepared for typical centers for
the first five years with promotional schemes and these Development
Plans would contain the following elements.
a.
Evolution of the center as tourist spot.
b.
Historical / Architectural / Cultural significance of the center.
c.
Assess the present state of the center in terms of its land use,
climate, geology, demography, agriculture, economic activities,
community
facilities,
transport
network
and
infrastructure
facilities with reference to tourism.
d.
Conduct a market research exercise at various locations &

points including a sample survey of the following segments:
Categories of tourist
Business, holiday, religious, adventure/sports, heritage etc
Hotels
Star category, private hotels, guest house, lodge.
Agents & tour operators
Govt. approved agents, tour & travel operators, packaged tour
operators.
As a result forecast for both domestic & foreign tourist.

Besides this secondary research shall also be carried out to
generate tourist statistics, information and publicity details.
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e.
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Assess the tourism amenities and facilities presently available to

the tourists.
f.
Assess
the
need
for
tourism
amenities,
facilities
and
infrastructure w.r.t. the needs of different socio-economic groups.
g.
Expected benefits and socio-economic effects of the potential

tourism demands in the center and in its regional context.
h.
Specific proposals for improving tourist inflow with specific

reference to enhancing and development of tourist attractions.
i.
Product development plans including a sub plan for the

development and marketing of some unique tourism product for
each state.
The new products may include new site development, development of

tourist complexes, entertainment parks, botanical gardens, resorts,
sports facilities, health clubs, nature care facilities/ ayurveda centers,
handicrafts center, shopping mall, cultural complexes etc.
j.
An outline of the investment programs alongwith various

incentive schemes, packages to attract private investment.
k.
Phasing of the investment proposed alongwith time frame for

each developmental activity.
l.
Implementation
schedules,
monitoring
and
management
including role/responsibilities of different agencies.
m.
Protection Measures :
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Environmental impact of tourism on ecology need for

conservation
Impact
of
tourism
development
projects
on
the
environmental and local culture

-
Vigilance for protection of tourists against exploitation and

fleecing.
The above methodology would thus carry out a detailed study on the
tourism potentials of respective states giving full justice to the immense
varieties of tourist interest in the state and would also bring out a plan
document that is pragmatic.
The study would be based on surveys of sample zones and centres.

Semi structured questionnaires shall be administered among a set of
respondents. Besides this in depth discussions shall be carried out with
various government & non government agencies, institutes, state
government bodies, experts, associations etc. This would also cover
tourists and related service institutions.
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Chapter 2: State Profile
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CHAPTER - 2
STATE PROFILE
2.1.0
INTRODUCTION
Jharkhand (Jhar+ Khand) stands for Land of Forest, cultural name

given to forest highland of Chotanagpur plateau. The land is eastern
corner of Vindhya mountain series and has distinct cultural, mineral,
natural, tribal, geographical resources amongst other states in India.
This state also envelops significant social and political history on its
lap.
On 14th Nov.2000, Jharkhand was formed after separating eighteen
districts of South Bihar. It extends from 210 28N - 250 18N Latitudes
and from 830 22E - 820 57E Longitudes. Height of the Jharkhand
plateau ranges between 1000 -3000 ft. above the mean sea level.
Overview of certain important facts of the state are elucidated herein:
Jharkhand is surrounded by five states namely West Bengal,

Chattisgarh, Orissa, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Except Lohardaga
all other districts has one or more state as its boundary.
Maximum portion of Jharkhand, which is made of very ancient
stones, is known as Archean Granite Tatanis.
Reference of Jharkhand can be found in history as ancient as of
12th century.
Jharkhand is one of the few places in the world, where Uranium is
found. Mines of Uranium are situated at Jadugoda.
Mc Cluskiegunj, once a happening and favorite place for AngloIndians, which later became a colony of Anglos, still houses some
Anglo-Indian families. Mc Cluskiegunj, also known as The Gunj, is
situated about 65 km South-West of Ranchi.
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Height of Parasnath Hills, situated in eastern Jharkhand is

approximately 4,480 ft. above the Mean Sea Level. These are the
highest hills of the State of Jharkhand.
Height of Netarhat is 3,871 ft from Sea Level. These are the
highest hills of Western part of the State.
Main rivers of Jharkhand are Damodar and Swarnarekha.
Damodar originates from South - eastern hills of Palamau and
Swarnarekha originates from Piska Nagri, near by Ranchi. Bokaro,
Konar and Barakar are auxiliary rivers of Damodar.
Hazaribagh, Palamau, Giridih and West Singhbhum are the districts
having most of the forests. Dhanbad district is the one having least
forest area.
Tropic of Cancer passes thorough the State. It passes from Kanke
situated near Ranchi, the Capital City of Jharkhand.
Once upon a time Hazaribagh had One Thousand Bagichas
(small forests) and that is the reason it has been named as
Hazaribagh or place of hazar bagichas.
Jharkhand is among the few destinations, which offer a perfect holiday

option. Apart from natural allure, tourist can enjoy a wide range of
pursuits. Chhotanagpur, is a name that springs up before the mind eye
as a highland diffused with rolling hills, clad in luxuriant forest, crisscrossed by numerous narrow, limpid hill streams. The glorious plateau
is riddled with celestial springs bubbling with mineral water. Jharkhand
has many facets to entice tourists and all those who are lovers of
natural beauty. As indicated above, its evergreen forests, wild life,
lakes, waterfalls, scenic beauty, health and holiday resort and soothing
climate are an additional bonanza for tourists.
It is mostly a tribal area. Nearly 80% of the population of the state

belong to tribes.
Deoghar is a well-known Hindu pilgrimage center. One of the Dwadash

Jyotiralinga is situated here.
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Table 2.1: Jharkhand at a Glance

Area (in Sq. Km)
Districts
Blocks
Panchayats
Villages
Legislative Assembly seats
Lok Sabha Assembly seats
National Highways (Kms.)
State Highways (Kms.)
Health centers
Govt. Hospital
Primary Health Center
75834.29
22
211
3744
32620
81
14
1006
4662
506
18
566
Source: Website, Government of Jharkhand
Table 2.2: Demographics of Jharkhand

Total Population
Male
Female
Total Population between 0-6 years
Male
Female
Rate of Increase in Population in a Decade
1981-1991
1991-2001
Population Density (persons per Sq. Km)
Birth Rate
Death Rate
Total Literates
Male
Female
Literacy rate
1991
2001
26909428
13861277
13048151
4796188
2440025
2356163
24.03 %
23.19 %
338
32.1 %
10.2%
11970177
7759966
4210211
41.39%
54.13%
Source: Census of India
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Table 2.3: Districts of Jharkhand, Area & Population

District
Ranchi
Lohardaga
Gumla
Simdega
Palamau
Latehar
Garhwa
West Singhbhum
Saraikela Kharsawan
East Singhbhum
Dumka
Jamtara
Sahebganj
Pakur
Godda
Hazaribagh
Chatra
Koderma
Giridih
Dhanbad
Bokaro
Deoghar
Area
Population
(in Sq. km)
(in %)
7573.68
2214088
1490.80
288886
5320.94
707555
3756.19
446421
4015.16
1182770
3660.47
467071
4044.22
801350
5290.21
1080780
2724.55
707175
3533.35
1613088
3716.36
950853
1801.98
544856
1705.98
736835
1805.59
564253
2110.45
861182
5965.35
1836068
3706.22
612713
1311.63
394763
4887.05
1496189
2074.68
1949526
2860.82
1454416
2478.61
933113
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2.1.1 Geography
Diversification in geographical location has made this infant state

distinctive in itself. At one end, its southern-plateau holds ancient
shape of earth and on the other hand southern plain depicts modern
sculpture of himalayan range.
Development of land has given a stair type shape to its core Netarhat.
Visitors are required to cross approximately 1000 stairs from any side
after they start moving.
This state has all form of land in equal proportion. Plains are fertile,
Hills stocks minerals and forests are full of flora and fauna. At one point
there are king of Hill Asur and Birhore tribes and on the other
Jameshedpur, Ranchi and Dhanbad and Bokaro, leading Industrial
hubs.
The key physical features of the state are lamented below:Dense Forests -Barehsal-Betla (Palamau) Saranda (Singhbhum)
Plateau
- Netarhat (Koharaaga), Ranchi, Hazaribagh
Fall
- Lodh, Hundru, Jonha
Large River
- Sone, Damodar, Swarnrekha, Vaitarni
Plain Land -Nawadah, Dhanpal, Bakunda, Midnapur, Mayurbhanj,

Sundargarh, Sundargarh, Raigarha, Sarguja
Valley (Height in ft.)
1000-2000
Rajauli (North), Bawan ghati (South), Dhal bhum

(W), Taspur (E).
2000-3000
Chatupalu (N), Toba (S), Taimara (E), Mushami

(W)
3000-4000
Garu
(N),
Chainpur
(S),
Bishunpur
(E),
Mahuadandh (W).
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Major Rivers
The main rivers of the State are Damodar, Mayurakshi, Barakar,

Sankh, Son, Auranga, More, Karo, Bansloi, South Koel, Kharkai,
Swarna Rekha, Ganga, Gumani, Batane.
Damodar and Swarnarekha are major rivers, originating from southeast

hills of Palamau and western part of Ranchi respectively. North Koyal
in northwest and south Koyal in southeast are other respected rivers.
Major supporting rivers of Damodar are Konar, Bokaro and Barakar
whereas supporting rivers of Swarnarekha are Kanchi, Karkari,
Kharkhai and for North Koyal supporting river are Oranga and Ananth
and supporting rivers of south Koyal is Karo.
Major rivers of Samthal Pargana is Ajay. These rivers form varied

waterfalls that are the major attraction points. Ganga passes through
northeast part of Sahebganj.
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Fig. 2.1: PHYSICAL MAP OF JHARKHAND
Fig. 2.2: TOURIST MAP OF JHARKHAND
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2.1.2 Climate:
Jharkhand climate is hot monsoon. May is the hottest month and

December, January is coldest. At times temperature goes below 5 C
due to severe cold wind. Netarhat is the coldest whereas Jamshedpur,
Dhanbad and Daltenganj are the hottest. Average annual rain is
between 125 to 150 cms. Highest rain receiving area is Netarhat
whereas lowest amount falls in the northern part of PalamuChatra.
Southwest monsoon enters in second week of June.
August annual temperature is approximately 25C but in summer JSR,

Daltenganj etc. possess maximum temperature, in the range of 40C.
Netarhat and other surroundings areas are comparatively cool due to
height of theirs. Temperature moves below 10C during winter.
2.1.3 Natural Resources

Jharkhand is a state of Mines & Minerals, Industries, Wildlife
Sanctuaries and Forests. No other state in India has been booned by
natural resources like Jharkhand. For our convenience, these can be
sub-grouped under three heads namely:
a)
a.
Mineral Resources
b.
Forest Resources
c.
Water Resources
Mineral Resources
Minerals are found in abundance all over Jharkhand. Some are general
and some are very costly. Widely found minerals are: - Coal, Iron ore,
Bauxite, China clay. The minerals can be broadly divided into 3
categories namely fuel, metal and non-metal. It is rich in Iron and Steel,
Coal; Mica etc. Area rich in iron ore is Chotanagpur. Bokaro is well
known for its Iron and Steel industry. Jamshedpur is the industrial
capital of the state.
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Mining is done on (approx.) 33,200 hectares of land in the State.

Dhanbad tops the list of mining districts with total area of 15353
hectares (50%), while other major districts known far & wide for their
mineral deposits are Hazaribagh, Singbhum & Giridih.
According to 1994 census, total coal reserves in Jharkhand was 64,600

Mn. Tons, major portion being located in Jharia. Both Anthracite &
Bituminous coal are found in mines. The state contributes to almost
42% of all India excavation. Carbon percentage varies between 50%60% making the coal of premium quality.
South Singbhum Iron ore belt is worlds largest known iron reserve.
Quality of iron ore is also good i.e. Hematite that contains more than
64% of iron content. Jharkhand holds 26% of all India reserves and
contributes to as much as 18% to national production every year.
Bauxite, a raw material for Aluminum that finds varied applications in

household, factory and power projects. Mines are at Northwest plateau
of Ranchi and PAT area in Palamau. Bauxite is of a premium quality
that possesses 51-55% of Alumina and major mines are located in the
Lohardaga district.
Mica is another feather in Jharkhand glory as it ranks not only in India

but also amongst worlds largest producing areas. Mines are spread in
the northern region with a total area of 3770 sq. km. High quality white
mica (Masco white) is also found in abundance and commonly termed
as Ruby Mica. Approx. total production is 400 lakh tons annually.
Uranium is most precious mineral found in Jharkhand among the

nuclear ones. From production point, Jadugoda is the leader in the
state. The Uranium is cleaned at local factories. Presently surveys are
on to identify the areas of reserve through geological officers.
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Private participants take mines on lease after a proper valuation by

geological survey officers and royalty is fixed for the leased period.
Jharkhand since past has been a raw material sourcing point for major
Industrial houses of India. End product is rarely manufactured in the
State by these organizations; they mostly source raw materials from
the state. This way the state is loosing its potential to be major
manufacturing hub for end-products. Some of the end product
manufactured here are Steel and Industrial Cables by TISCO & SAIL.
Table 2.4: Mineral Reserve of Jharkhand

Sl.
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14.
Name of Minerals
Estimated
Estimated
Percentage in
Mineral
Mineral
Total
Reserve
Reserve of
estimated
of India
Jharkhand
reserve (%)
Coal
193421.36
62084.85
32.10
Iron ore
9681.86
3065.25
31.66
Lime stone
54139.24
572.90
1.06
Copper ore
358.71
93.06
25.94
Bauxite
3037.49
1110.04
36.54
Pairite
57.15
52.00
90.99
China Clay
869.21
41.78
4.81
Kairite
1355.75
113.00
8.33
Fire Clay
702.47
47.8
6.80
Dolomite
4910.95
47.20
0.96
Graphite
6.09
3.50
57.47
Bentonite
367.37
1.15
0.31
Soap Stone
67.42
0.19
0.28
Quartz and Silica sand
779.22
148.27
19.03
Source: Mineral Trading Corporation (Estimated reserve in million
tonnes)
Production of different minerals in the State are as shown in the Table

below.
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Table 2.5: Production of different minerals in Jharkhand

No. of Production Unit
Mines
Mineral
Coal
Iron ore
Bauxite
Lime Stone
Copper Ores
Manganese
Mica
Kairite
China Clay
Fire Clay
Graphite
Silver
Gold
Uranium
Chromite
Asbestos
Thorium
Isemenite
b)
183
28
6
33
5
84
3
25
-
Rank
in the
India
59919 Thousand Tonnes
3
1
3
1
18718 Tonnes
1082 Tonnes
1
4922 Tonnes
1
23256 Tonnes
49970 Tonnes
7276 Tonnes
8
13648 Kg
254 Kg
6
- 1
- 2
- 1
- 3
- 2
(Source : Website, Government of Jharkhand)
Forest Resources
Almost 30% of total area of Jharkhand is forest close to specified

average of 33% by the MoEF. Chatra district holds the highest
percentage of forest area (53%) and Sahebganj (2.4%) has the lowest.
According to Annual report (1999-00) break-up of forest area was:
Table 2.6: Jharkhand (Flora and Fauna)

State
Jharkhand
Bihar
India
Geographical area
Forest Area
Forest Area
(sq. km)
(000 hect.)
(Percentage)
79.71
23.32
29.26
94.16
6.16
6.54
3237.26
688.28
21.26
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Forest area is divided into 3 broad categories mainly for administrative

ease and their proportion is:
Reserve forest
16.8%
Protected Forest
80.4%
Other
2.8%
An overview of the different types of forests are presented in the Table

below:Table 2.7: Forest Areas under different districts of Jharkhand
Forest Division
District
Deoghar
Santhal
Pargana
Dumka
Hazaribagh West
Hazaribagh East
Chatra South
Chatra North
Kodarma
Giridih
Dhanbad
Saranda
Kolhan
Porahat
South Chaibasa
North Chaibasa
Ranchi East
Dhalbhum
Ranchi West
Lohardaga
Latehar
(Area in Hectares)
Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh
Giridih
Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh
Giridih
Dhanbad
Singhbhum
Singhbhum
Singhbhum
Singhbhum
Singhbhum
Ranchi
Singhbhum
Ranchi
Lohardaga
Ranchi
Reserved
23546
Protected
Unclassified
31400
7854
12853
148136
672
176524
340
1743
63625
60331
752
101828
93372
15630
73408
8776
143020
10825
15555
81808
3988
86
58716
11258
68
50628
15816
98
31
50875
6486
61540
11742
80182
53050
51863
15677
57784
10613
15960
3417
10652
(Source: Website, Govt. of Jharkhand)
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Table 2.7(contd.): Forest Areas under different districts of Jharkhand

Forest Division
Latehar
Gumla
Daltonganj North
Garhwa South
Garhwa North
Daltonganj South
Giridih Afforestation
(Area in Hectares)
District
Palamau
Gumla
Palamau
Palamau
Palamau
Palamau
Giridih
Reserved
Protected
Unclassified
17231
12102
3987
549
101084
118717
16
126661
123586
78705
58081
46044
45
485
16318
(Source: Website, Govt. of Jharkhand)
According to geographical differences forests can be broadly divided

into Wet & Dry. Wet forests are found where annual average rain is
more than 125 cm and Dry ones are found where annual average rain
is less than 125 cm. Major forest products are Sal Trees, Bamboos,
Kendu and many more.
The forest area hosts 2 national park, 9 sanctuaries and 2

Zoological/Botanical parks that are major attraction for adventure and
wildlife tourist. Govt. has varied institutions like FDC, Institute of Forest
Productivity, and ICFRE that are constantly working for forest
preservation and development. Presently Sate government has I0, 000
km Forest roads in records. Out of this 90% are Kachha road.
Authorities prefer to go for mourm road than tar / metallic roads.
As per Forest Policy 1952, at least 33% of total area should be covered
by Forest but this exists in just 5 districts of Jharkhand. Jharkhand
government has passed a bill providing that 90% of the resources
generated from the sale of minor forest produce and other income from
forests would go to the village/village near such forest. The income
generated would be used for welfare of villagers and plantation. For
this the villagers have to constitute a society, which would have to be
registered with the Deputy Commissioner and the forest department.
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c)
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Water Resources
Due to its geographical distinctiveness, Jharkhand has abundant

supply of water resources. Its surface level water supply is 5 times of
the under ground water resources. Utilization level is as low as 23% for
surface level and 27% for underground water.
Table 2.8: Water Resources of Jharkhand
Parameters
Type
Jharkhand Bihar
Surface
23789 315887
Total Water Resources
Underground
4992
28654
(Billion cubic meters)
Total
28781 344541
Surface
82.66
91.68
% of Water Resources
Underground
17.34
8.32
(Source: ORG MARG Survey)
According to government records state has capacity to irrigate 14.51
lakh Hectare, whereas it is able to irrigate only an area of 2 lakh
Hectares.
Usage pattern of water in Jharkhand depends mainly on stable

groundwater sources like well and dams. The state dosent have
portable infrastructure in place in order to achieve effective utilization
level. This is one of the most prime factors responsible for wastage of
water resources. A comparison of different types of structures
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Table 2.9: Different types of structures in use

State
Jharkhand
Bihar
Total
Usage of Well (in
Water (In million
million
cum)
cum)
771.5
10424.3
Type of Structure
Usage Shallow Usage Tube Well Usage %
%
Hand
%
(in million
pump (in
cum)
million
cum)
727.1 94.31
44.4
5.76 Not
Not
Available Available
1091.4 10.47 6665.2 63.94
266.7
25.59
Table 2.10: Usage of Irrigation structures

Type of Structure
Surface
Construction Capacity
Irrigated area
Percentage of Usage
Underground Water
Irrigated area
Percentage of Usage
Total
Irrigated area
Percentage of Usage
Jharkhand
Bihar
2.42
1.13
46.69
40.01
17.32
43.29
1.90
0.81
42.63
44.95
17.80
39.60
4.32
1.94
40.90
84.96
35.12
41.34
Table 2.11: Sources of Irrigation at Jharkhand

Type of Irrigation
Canal
Pond
Tube well (Nal Kup)
Well
Others
% of Usage
17.53
19.07
8.25
29.38
25.77
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According to environmental experts for equilibrium of Health &

Environmental approx. 2000 cu. Mt/person/year water is must. If the
capacity is less than 1000 cu. Mt/person/year then there is a shortfall
as soon as it goes below this level status become alarming.
Combined Bihar was having 21 basins with a capacity of 325.77 billion

cubic meter (bcm) out of that Jharkhand holds 7 basins with a capacity
of 18.18 bcm (5.6%). Jharkhand have 14 dams that are source for
various irrigational projects and 10 power projects. Some hard facts
associated with river basins is depicted as below
Table 2.12: River Basins of Jharkhand

Basins
North Koel
Shankh
South Koel
Damodar
Swarnrekha
Ajay
Mayurakshi
Populati Popula
on 1991 tion
(lakhs) 2025
(lakhs)
18.99
4.57
16.33
72.53
40.46
11.67
15.72
39.14
9.42
33.66
142.46
82.24
24.05
32.38
Agricultural
Land 2025
(Lakh Hect)
3.52
2.12
4.67
4.89
4.90
1.92
2.45
Available
Available Water
Water
Capacity (per
Capacity
person/year)
(bcm)
(2025)
(2025)
2.23
1432
2.65
6300
4.18
2983
1.85
365
3.95
1100
1.23
1268
2.29
1683
(Source: ORG - MARG Survey)
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2.1.4 Heritage and Social Cultural Aspects
Heritage Aspects
Jharkhand has preserved its natural as well as social heritage to fullest.

Natural assets are backbone of this state livelihood. Society is still
based on tribal ethics and people use to follow their traditions in
modern age also. These display their faith in tradition & culture.
Archeological Survey of India has identified one spot for preservation in

Jharkhand and that is Benisagar Temple situated at Maghgaon
Block (West Champaran). This was built during PALA Period (6-7 AD)
and was operational till GUPTA Period (1200 AD). This is earliest
known temple in the state.
State archeological department has also identified some heritage

monuments that will be preserved and developed from both point
Tourism & State property. Lists of those are as below:
Table 2.12: Monuments identified by State Government for rejuvenation

Monument / Spot Name
Location
District
Old Temple
Shyamsundarpur East Singhbhum
, Purullia
Tagore Hill
Morahbadi,
Ranchi
Sadar
Ram Mandir
Chutia, Sadar
Ranchi
Kuleshwari Mandir
Hunterganj
Chatra
Old Temple Fort & Nakkarkhana
Palamu
East Singbhum
Nagfheni Mandir
Naagpheni, Sisai Gumla
Old Shiva Temple
Bedo
Ranchi
Pateshwari Mandir
Pat pahar, Kura
Ranchi
Kapileashwari Mandir
Panda, Nirsa
Dhanbad
Old Shiv Temple & Shakti Mandir
Upchutia, Nirsa
Dhanbad
Old Durga Mandir
Tamar
Ranchi
Old Shiva Temple & Bhagwati Mandir
Haradih
Ranchi
(Source: State Archaeological Department)
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Table 2.13: Reserve Monuments according to first notification

Monument/Spot Name
Old Shiva Temple
Shahpur Quila
Domvari Hill
Malumati Temple
Snagidalan Temple
Jagnnath Mandir
Location
District
Tanginath, Dumri
Gumla
Daltenganj
Palamu
Muruh
Ranchi
Dumka
Dumka
Rajmahal
Sahebganj
Jagnnathpur,
Ranchi
Namkum
(Source: State Archeological Department)
Socio - Cultural Assets

The State has unique language, festivals, folk dance and music but
each of these gets enmeshed. Some key insights are:
Table 2.14: Cultural Heritage of Jharkhand at a glance
Languages Santhali , Mundari , Kurukh, Khortha, Nagpuria, Sadri, Khariya,
Panchparagnia, Ho, Malto, Karmali, Hindi, Urdu, Bangla etc
Festivals
Sarhul, Karma, Sohrai, Badna, Tusu, Id, X-mas, Holi,

Dushahra etc
Folk Music Akhariya Domkach, Dohari Domkach, Janani Jhumar,

Mardana Jhumar, Faguwa, Udasi, Pawas, Daidhara,
Pahilsanjha, Adhratiya, Vinsariya, Pratkali, Jhumta etc
Folk dance Paika, Chaw, Jadur, Karma, Nachni, Natua, Agni, Choukara,
Santhal, Jamda, Ghatwari, Matha, Sohrai, Lurisayro etc
Folk Singer Ghasi Ram, Ghasi Mahant, Rungtu, Ledaram, Vasudeo, Shekh
Ali aan, Kanchan, Kripal Ram Deogharia, Pandey Durga Nath
Rai, Pandey Virendra Nath rai, Prafulla Kumar Rai, Chamu
Kamar, Bhawapritanand
Kadri, Gupijantra, Sarangi, Tuila, Vyang, Anandlahri, Bansuri,
Arbansi, Sahnai, Madanvari, Singa, Sankh Mandar, Dhol,
Instruments Dhak, Dhamsa, Nagara, Damama, Karha, Tasa, Jurinagra,
Visamdhanki, Thapchanchu, Kartal, Jhanjh, Thala, Manjhira,
Ghanta
Musical
Paintings
Santhali Bhittichitra, Oraon Bhittichitra, Jado Patiya

(Source: Welfare Department, Jharkhand)
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Socially this state is more vivid than any other Indian state because
concentration of different tribes at one place and still they pursue
peaceful life mixing with each other. Jharkhand envelops 30 types of
scheduled caste/tribes; these are broadly divided into major, minor and
primitive types. (Please find enclosed Figure 2.1 in page no. 20)
Despite having approximately 30 diverse tribes, Jharkhand holds
common identity in terms of cultural representation.
Tribal Characteristics
The State has been the homeland for aboriginal races commonly
known as Adivasis, which literally means original settlers,earliest
settlers or autochthons. As per sociologists, tribes are defined as
a group of persons having common definite territory, dialect, name,
religion and culture. Members of a tribe have blood relationship and
consequently strong kinship bond. Having spent centuries in harmony
with nature, tribes have acquired an unique knowledge about their
natural resources. They can, therefore, be better described as natural
environmentalists. Tribals down the ages have been fiercely protective
about their culture. As per the Article 343 of Indian Constitution, the
Tribals have been accorded constitutional status in the Indian Union.
Tribal population contributes to 90% of the total population and this

makes the state very distinct in India. Very few states have such a
combination of human culture. Despite having majority, these tribes are
so peace loving and cooperative that they are ready to work under the
migrated population. The tribal groups are headed by individuals who
represent them among tribal community. Tribes worship nature and
nature is everything for them i.e. food, medicine, dance and song and
makeup.
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These tribes normally belong to the following linguistic groups that

are namely:
1. Indo-Aryan linguistic family: Nagpuri, Sadri, Panch,

Pargania.
2. Astro-Aaisatic
linguistic
family:
Munda
(again
sub
distributed into various Tribal -Groups).

3. Dravidian linguistic family: Oraon, Kuduk, Matto
The tribes of Jharkhand can also be segregated into the following

3 categories as shown below:Tribes of Jharkhand
Major Tribes
Oraon
Munda
Ho
Kharia
Santhal
Primitive Tribes
Asur
Birhor
Korwa
Mal Paharia
Pahariya
Birijia
Sarvar
Sauria Paharia
Minor Tribes
Chik Baraik
Hill Khariya
Ganju
Kharwar
Mahli
Bhumij
Gond
Bedia
Chero
Kisan
Binjhia
Gorait
Karmali
Baiga
Khar
Bathuri
Banjara
Turi
Prajapati
Rana
Teli
Hill Khaichara
Figure 2.1: Tribes of Jharkhand At a Glance
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A synopsis of the different tribes mentioned above are included

below:-
Name of the Tribe
Area
Habitation
Munda
Ranchi,Gumla,
Lohardaga, West
Singbhum, East
Singbhum,
Hazaribag,
Palamau,
Dhanbad
Oraon
Ranchi, Gumla,
Lohardaga, West
Singbhum, East
Singbhum,
Hazaribag,
Palamau,
Dhanbad,
Gharwa
Ho
East Singbhum
West Singbhum
Santhal
Hazaribag
West Singbhum
East Singbhum
Dhanbad
Giridih
of Characteristics
Encompasses 13 sub
tribes
An endogamous tribe
Revere Singbonga or
sun god as their
supreme god
Prime
activity
of
livelihood is agriculture
and hunting operations
Settled agriculturists
Also depend on minor
forest products
Subsidary occupations
include
hunting,
fishing, cattle rearing
art
&
crafts,
agricultural
and
unskilled labourers
Primarily Agriculturists
Supplimentary
occupation includes
collection of minor
forest
produce,
hunting, fishing and
animal husbandry
Some
occupations
are
:agricultural,
unskilled,
seasonal
and
permanent
labourers in mines and
factories.
They
are
pure
Dravidian stock
Live in Elementary as
well
as
extended
patterns
of
family
units.
They
have
time
honoured
administrative units for
their
control
and
orderly behaviour of
villages
Thrive primarily on
agriculture,
animal
husbandry and hunting
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Name of the Tribe
Area
Habitation
Mal Pahariya
Rajmahal
Hills
and
adjoining
areas
Dumka
Pakur
Sahebganj
Scattered all over
Chotanagpur
Plateau but more
concentrated in
Palamau District
Asur
of Characteristics
Korwa
Palamau
Gharwa
Gumla
Birhor
Forest regions of
Ranchi,
Hazaribagh,
Giridih,
Gumla
and Lohardaga
Ganju
Southern
Hazaribag
Predominantly
agricultural labourers
Also practise shifting
cultivation
Primarily Agriculturists
Also collect minor
forest produce and
work
as
mining
labourers
Have
immense
knowledge
about
medicinal herbs.
They are divided into 3
main categories : Bir
Asur, Birijia Asur &
Agaria Asur
Main
Source
of
livelihood are :- Food
Gathering,
Hunting,
Minor Forest product
collection
Very few individuals
carry out cultivation
Fishing and Hunting
are
practised
as
subsidiary occupation.
Nomadic Tribe
Occupation Food
gathering and Hunting
Known for their Art and
Crafts
Have good knowledge
of medicinal herbs
Also known as Bhogta
They are subsistance
agriculturists and live
near forests
They decorate their
house
walls
with
beautiful
mural
paintings
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Name of the Tribe
Area
Habitation
Malhars
Nomadic tribes
roam about from
place to place
Primarily
Hazaribag
and
also to some
extent in other
districts
like
santhal pargana
and dhanbad
Turis
Prajapati
Rana
Teli
Kurmi/ Keori
Found
Hazaribagh
elsewhere
Found
Hazaribagh
elsewhere
Found
Hazaribagh
elsewhere
Found
Hazaribagh
elsewhere
of Key Characteristics
in
&
Metal casting tribe

Known for beautiful
metal souvenirs
They
work
with
exceptional skill on
bamboo.
They make beautiful
baskets,
paddy
containers
manure
containers and even
combs
Known as Pottery
making community
in
&
Known as Carpenter
Community
in
&
Oil
community
in
&
Primarily Agricultural
community
extracting
`Unity in Diversity is well reflected in the living and culture of

those tribes, which is a treasure to the State by virtue of its own
merit. They reside in Kaccha houses and roam in their ancient
attire. The traditions, languages, culture, lifestyle everything is
different than the other group but still they are binded with some
intrinsic chord that is common to all of them.
One of the major parts of their lifestyle is dance they normally

perform this on a daily basis after returning back from work.
Community participation is culture as every one participates in
every branch of the task.
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Every village must have an Akhara (Dancing ground) that will

display the strength and prosperity of that village. Tribals respect
this ground like god and cant control them if any damage is done
to this. But in modern life this feeling is replaced by other cultural
concepts.
Every Tribe has a particular dancing pattern that reflects their way
of life but community participation is common to all. A synopsis is
given in the Table below.
Table 2.15: Dance pattern of Different Tribes

Dance Pattern
Mundari
Performing
Tribe
Munda
Ho Dance
Santhali Dance
Ho
Santhal
Kuduk Dance
Kuduk
Nagpuri
All Tribes
Panchpargania
All Tribes
Kurmali
All Tribes
Places where performed

Ranchi, Khunti, Tamar,
Bundu,
Sili,
Sonhatu,
Torba, Banno
Singbhum (East & West)
East
Sinngbhum,
Jamshedpur,
Santhal
Pargana
Ranchi, Gumla, Lohardaga,
Simdega, Palamau
Ranchi, Gumla, Lohardaga,
Simdega, Palamau
Sili,
Sonahatu,
Bundu,
Tamar
Sili,
Sonahatu,
Bundu,
Tamar
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Tribal Co-operative Development Corporation (TCDC)

Role
The role of the aforesaid organisation is to procure Minor Forest

Produce and Surplus Agricultural products like Tamarind/
Mahua Flower / Chironjee / Barbati / Tassar Cocoon etc.
through LAMPS (Large Area Multi Purpose Cooperative
Society) and Tribal cooperatives societies. Marketing the
products thus collected with the help of TRIFED and NAFED, as
the Apex Organization of G.O.I and through other recognized
agencies.
Motivating groups and individuals to pursue income generating

economic schemes and securing loans on their behalf from
Financial Institutions like NSTFDC/NSFDC, NCDC, Commercial
Banks and Government Assistance as subsidy.
Identity
The
Jharkhand
State
Tribal
Cooperative
Development
Corporation Ltd. was established in 1969 in order to provide

total support for promotion of tribal co-operatives in the tribal
areas.
Operational team consists of professionals from diverse stream

headed by Managing Director, who is a representative from
State Bureaucracy. At present 7 branch offices are in operation
in Jharkhand. No set up is present outside the state.
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Objectives:
1.
To supervise, assist, provide technical guidance and to

develop the business of Forest Labor Co-operative
Societies,
Multipurpose
Co-operative
Societies
functioning for the benefits of tribal people and to control,

co-ordinate and consolidate their activities.
2.
To enter into all kinds of contracts and transactions

relating to major and minor forest produce with a view to
the gradual elimination of middlemen and thus ensuring
fair wages and fair share of profits to tribal workers.
3.
To purchase agricultural produce and market such

produce to the best advantage.
4.
To undertake the distribution of supplies and make such

bulk purchases as may be necessary for this purpose.
5.
To undertake the processing and grading of agricultural

and forest produce and other commodities and to set up
manufacturing and processing units.
6.
To raise loans and accept deposits
7.
To arrange for and provide such credits as may be

required.
8.
To take up the management of any co-operative society.
9.
To acquire and hold share in any co-operative society.
10.
To
provide
facilities
for
training
in
co-operative
organizations and to grant such facilities, scholarships

and awards for research or other purposes as would
directly or indirectly help the co-operative movement
among tribal people in general.
11.
To undertake developmental work in tribal areas.
12.
Generally to undertake such other business and do such

other things as are incidental and conductive to the
promotion and attainment of the above projects.
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In total there are 424 LAMPS active in Jharkhand presently out

of these 224 are affiliated by TCDC. In every block there are at
least 4 LAMPS.
TRICO Emporium:
An outlet set up by TCDC to display & sells the goods procured

from various tribal co-operatives. Procurement is done through
LAMPS as well as individuals, who approach the society with
their products.
The mark up is approx. 20% on the cost for all the products sold
through the emporium.
Timing:
9.30 AM 1.00 PM
2.30 PM 5.30 PM
2.1.5
Crafts of Jharkhand
Jharkhand is known far and wide for its wonderful woodwork,

exquisite bamboo works, creative paitkar paintings, rare tribal
ornaments and intricate stone carvings. The beautifully carved
wood products and bamboo products are spectacle of the
wonderful craftsmanship of the state populace. Lack of
promotion and marketing of these products has mostly resulted
in extinction of some crafts like paitkar paintings and stone
carvings. Some major artworks practised by the inhabitants
especially the womenfolk are as follows:-
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Wooden Craft
Abundance of wood in Jharkhand has contributed to its profuse
use in a variety of wood articles for household requirements.
The artisans in the region were involved in beautifully designing
different articles of household use. These include door panels,
boxes and windows besides wooden spoons etc. These carved
and designed articles are a class of their own and have good
market in both India and abroad.
Bamboo Crafts
The bamboo found in the forests of Jharkhand is thin but flexible
and very strong. Using these the artisans of Jharkhand produce
different artifacts like basket, haunting and fishing equipment.
Paitkar Painting
One of the oldest tribal paintings of India, also known as scroll
paintings due to its appearance, depicts life after death. This
form of painting is in the process of extinction due to lack of
funds for promotion.
Metal Work
The Malhar and Tentri communities in the State are experts in
the metal crafts and making household wares. The Malhars are
primarily nomadic and move from village to village casting
utensils of utiliterian use. Objects like measuring cups, cooking
ladles are casted in either bronze or aluminium. They also make
beautiful metal souveneirs.
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2.1.6
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Prime Festivals
As lamented earlier, each tribe has a lifestyle, which is specific and
distinctive to the tribes only. Yet, some of these festivals are prime
ones in the State. A brief narration is incorporated herein.
Maghi
Is the major festival of the Ho tribes, which is celebrated in the Month
of January or February for a period of five days. The songs performed
during the festivals are not only melodious but are full with message of
love. Ho youths get a chance to acquire their lifemate during this period.
Baha
Is another major festival of the Hos as also the Santhals, which is
celebrated in the honour of a village deity at the onset of spring in the
month of March, when Sal flowers bloom.
Karma
It is a major festival of the Oraons. It is celebrated in the month of
September, especially on Bhado Ekadashi. A branch of the Karma tree
is brought by an unmarried girl with the help of unmarried boys of the
village under fasting. The branch is kept in the Akhara, that is
worshipped by the Priest or Pahan.
Khaddi
It is a major festival of the Oraons, celebrated in the month of March or
April. The festivals are celebrated at Sarna Place, where fowls are
sacrificed by the priest and every object in the house are decorated
with Sal trees.
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Sohrai
It is a major festival of the Oraons as well as Santhals, celebrated in
the month of November during Diwali. Cattle are washed and
worshipped. Lights are lit up at the onset of darkness and people
partake food and drinks collectively. On this ocassion, villagers
celebrate Sohrai Jatra.
Maghe
It is related to agriculture and is celebrated by all tribes associated with
agriculture in the month of Magh. This festival is celebrated to mark the
start of new year and the end of the old year.
Phagu
It is celebrated as festival of spring in the month of fagun (February
March). The festival is celebrated for a period of 2 3 days. The
Oraons go to forest in search of game on this occasion. At nightfall,
they enjoy dancing and singing accompanied by food and drinks.
Bandhana Puja
It is celebrated by the Santhals, which usually takes place either in the
month of Chaitra or in the monthh of Baisakh. During this, all the gods
and deities are worshipped and and offered their due and appropriate
sacrifices and Puja. Dancing, Singing and drinking go on for a week
and more during this festival with friends and close kins.
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2.1.7
ORG-MARG
Education:
The state is hub of educational services earlier in Bihar and now for
Jharkhand institutions operating in state are effective both way
qualitative as well as quantitative.
The State houses approximately 21386 schools and 5 universities,

which includes a Deemed University. (Source : Website, Government
of Jharkhand)
State government has reserved 65% seats for state boys/girls at major
institutions like Netarhat school, Vikasvidalya, BIT Mesra, Sainik
School, Tilaiya.
Schools like Netarhat/Vikas/St. Xaviers are of national fame that

produces pride of national every year since last number of years.
Higher educational is also popular in state of through BIT (Mesra), REC

(Jamshedpur), XLRI, XISS, CMPDI, ISM. All these are high ranked
institutions in India. Students feel pride after graduating from these
institutions. All India entrance exams are conducted for getting into
these institutions.
Missionaries are actively spreading basic education in state through

charitable institutions. They conduct clases in remote villages as well
as in urban centers to cater both geographical concentration. They
always promote education with earning and support they student in
achieving through.
Most of the institutions are residential and conduct All India exams for
entrance. Student from all parts of nation are studying at various
institutions. Parents coming to meet their children, plan to visit some
attraction of the surroundings.
Various conferences, seminars are organized on a regular interval in

these institutions. Visitors from all parts of national participate in these
happenings. The participants plan some spot visit after the. With their
assignment. Normally they enquire for some packages but in absence
of that present plan the trip on their own.
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2.1.8 Economy
Jharkhand economy combines Banjara culture at one end and stable

economy at another.
Dependency is more in agriculture and forest products. Parallel to this
tribal depends on more than one steam of employment that includes
cultivation, forestry, manufacturing and labor. All over the year they do
divers, activities for livelihood.
Almost 23.3 lakh families are below poverty line out of these 3.91 lakh
are of S.C. and 8.8 lakh from ST.
50% of the farmers sow for 3-5 month, 20% crop for 9-12 month, 30%
crop in both seasons. Just (10% of total farmers are able to generate
more than their requirement. Thus other have to search for other
options like woodcutting, labour, cycle rickshaw-driving etc.
Industries are mineral based and manufacturers primary goods for
other industry. Major ones are of steel, coal, mining, heavy engineering,
commercial vehicle and cement, concentration of these Industry is in
Ranchi, Jharkhand, Bakaro, Dhanbad.
Lack of large-scale industry in state can be related to the two main
reasons namely rehabilitation problems and disappointed growth in
employment for local inhabitants. Apart from these environment is
severely damaged due to mining and other industries. Jamshedpur is
best example for this as despite being close to hilly region its Average
temperature ranges between 200-250 in winter and goes upto 450 in
summer.
Per capita income of the State is approximately Rs. 4161/- per annum.
(Source :- Website of Government of Jharkhand)
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2.1.9
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Employment
Employment is most volatile part of original inhabitants life. They are

primarily involved in labor or seasonal jobs.
Most of the service class community has migrated from other parts of
nation. They are residing here for last 10-20 year working with either
mines or any other central govt. institutions.
Rate of growth in employment has increased since formation of new

state large avenues has been opened by state government through
ambitious project for development.
Govt. has initiated good number of employment generating schemes

for the rural population. They are mainly self-employment scheme,
supported by central government.
Major portion community is involve in business, because of vast

potential offered by the system. Most of the resident dont belong to
Jharkhand, thus they reside either on a rented accommodation or
company set up both way they to lot of shopping. This provides a good
demand for all articles in the state.
People are not shy of duties they perform (or are offered). They are
laborious and honest, that is why they are always engaged in one or
the other activity. Normally a person performs more than one task in a
year. Most of these are season-based i.e. they do harvesting, labor
work, employment and business.
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2.1.10
ORG-MARG
Services and Infrastructure
Since its formation state government has laid major emphasis on this
aspect. Being a hilly region this place has undulating land impediment
of rail connectivity. Jharkhand is well connected by road with other
parts of country where as rail and air are not so prominent mode of
travel. Situation of infrastructure resource is quite poor, as most of the
places are isolated from main city. Nature is major attraction to the
tourists as well as inhabitants.
Road
National highways passing through the state are namely NH 2,NH 6,
NH 22 and NH 33. Connectivity through these is not effective and
requires co-operative of state as well as center efforts to improve the
connectivity. Natural limitations should also be addressed in pursuit of
this objective.
Total length of National & State highway is 1006 & 4662 km

respectively. This connects only 8484 villages out of 32620.
Rail
Despite having undulating land and scarce rail tracks, Jharkhand hosts
trains of Southeast and Eastern railways.
Major stations on southeastern railways are Chandil, Muri, Barka,
Ranchi, Muri, Kotshila, Chandrapura and Bonda mund.
Eastern Railways main stations are Datan and Daltenganj. Train
connectivity is very poor through this route. State government has laid
down plans to develop new route and connects Jamshedpur with the
mail line.
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Air
Only one airport is there at Ranchi and that also hosts one flight of
Indian Airlines only. (Mumbai-Delhi-Ranchi-Patna).Track available to
the visitors is one only.
Earlier one another small airport was operational of Dhanbad; that was
connected through Vayudoot Service from Ranchi.
Housing
Pucca houses are still dream for major part of its population. Even
state capital passes 95% semi-pucca house of its population. Only
mineral and Industrial belts consists of pucca houses for major part of
inhabitants. Tribals are still residing in their primitive culture so they find
pucca houses a bit difference.
Power
Four Thermal (capacity of 2700 MW) and ten Hydel projects (capacity
of 500 MW) are operation in Jharkhand. These are backbone of state
infrastructure. By viewing the capacity of these projects one can easily
say that supply exceeds the demand, still power is a problem in state.
Table 2.16: Capacity Utilization at Power Project

Sr. Production Unit
No.
1. Patratu (Steam)
Thermal Power Plant
2. Tanughat Power
Cooperative Ltd.
(Hydel Project)
3. Swaran Rekaha (Hydel
Power Project)
Total
Production
Capacity
840
Production
Usage (%)
210
25.00
420
100
23.81
130
130
100.00
1390
440
31.65
(Source: Various)
Just 60% of the rural area is connected with electricity. Following table
depicts the existing scenario in Jharkhand:
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Table 2.17: Villages having Electricity Facility

State
Jharkhand
Bihar
India
Total
Villages
(000)
Villages
having
electricity
facility
(000)
33.315
20.002
44.379
27175
605.224
503.969
Percentage
of Villages
having
electricity
facility
60.10
61.23
83.27
(Source: Various)
Table 2.18: Hospital & Dispensary Details

Aspect
Govt. Hospital
No. of Beds
Physical Health Center (PHCs)
No. of Medical officer
No. of Personnel in Para
Medical Professionals
Jharkhand
18
3739
566
1132
757
Bihar
38
8669
1643
3445
1283
(Source: Various)
2.1.11
Agriculture
Agriculture is 25% of state GDP.

1/3rd of the population is dependent on agriculture. Adage is
Permanent Livelihood option because main objective of
agriculture is livelihood. Thats why very less commercial crops
are there in Jharkhand.
Agriculture is complex and vivid and performed in difficult
conditions by farmers having scarce resource. But still
government has planned a 2.5% growth in agro products from
present level of 1.80%.
Land is divided mainly into 3 geographical regions namely mid
plateau area, west plateau area, and east plateau area.
Land is segregated into Done and Tand. Both can be sub
grouped again into 1,2 and 3.
Done land is used for Rice, and often during winter for wheat.
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Tand land is used for Dalhan, Telhan and other commercial

products. Besides this vegetable are also cropped in BARI near
residential areas.
Lift irrigation will be very beneficial for Agriculture.
Single Kharif products are grown in 90% area, Average rain of
150cm is between mid-june, October, Just 8.9% of the land is
irrigated.
2.1.12
Environment
Jharkhand is termed as the Back bone of India due to vast

resource of minerals. But this excavation is only responsible for
the following loss in environmental resources.
Soil erosion
Damage to forest leading to depletion of wildlife
Changes in land use
Land and forest draught
Loss of Quality of water due to pollution
Non - availability of water round the year in river basins
Climatic change
Other than Uranium, Copper and Mica, all other mines are of open
cast type. Very first impact of these is soil erosion and forest
degradation, which in turn makes a negative impact on
environment. An open cast mine requires 5-15 sq. Km of land for
its operation, due to this land is not left aside for any other activity.
For example, in Jharia 70% of the land is used for mining.
Thermal power stations generate fly ash as a by-product during

power generation process. This fly ash gets mixed with the water
flowing through river and makes the water unfit for consumption.
The contaminated water can be instrumental in bringing about
diseases related with skin and stomach.
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Chapter 3: Tourist Circuit & Destinations
ORG-MARG
CHAPTER - 3
TOURIST CIRCUIT & DESTINATIONS
3.1.0
Introduction
The state of Jharkhand consisting of 22 districts have the necessary

potential to participate in development and promotion of tourism in the
eastern part of India. The range of flora & fauna as well as the sociocultural assets are really astonishing and needs no further elaboration.
The state is divided into major tourist circuits for the convenience of the
tourists to allow them to cover as many spots as possible in the
shortest possible time.
3.1.1
Tourist Circuits
During our primary survey following tourist circuits were identified:
a) Ranchi-Hazaribagh-Tilaiya
b) Daltenganj-Mahuadandh-Netarhat-Ranchi
c) Ranchi-Bundu-Jamshedpur
d) Deoghar
e) Dhanbad
f) Saranda
a)
RANCHI-HAZARIBAGH-TILAIYA
This is most visited circuit due to its proximity to state capital and
owing to its superior connectivity. Tourists spots identified in this
circuit are Jonha fall, Hundru fall, Tagore Hill, Ranchi Hill, Rock
Garden, Acqua world, Ranchi Lake, Crocodile Park, Jagnnath
Temple, Hatia Dam, Psycho Fall, Deer Park, Panchgagh Fall
and Mc Cluskieganj in and around Ranchi. Spots at Hazaribagh
include National Sanctuary, Hazaibagh Lake, Konar Dam,
Canary Hill, Sulpherni Dam, Surajkund, Rajrappa Temple.
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Tilaiya has two spots of tourist attraction, which are Tilaiya dam
& Sainik School.
RANCHI
Location
At an altitude of 652.1 meters above sea and between 23023'
North & 85023' East an exceptional recreation place is RANCHI.
Surrounded by hilly range, forest, rivers, waterfalls, lakes this
places provide a picturesquely view.
Identity
With a geographical area of 7698 sq.km state capital Ranchi
holds a great significance in Jharkhand. This city is known for its
climatic distinction and natural resources, which enables the
tourists to stay for a longer period of time.
Total population: 2210000
Connectivity
Ranchi is well connected by road, rail and air.
Air
Ranchi is the only airport of Jharkhand with a daily airbus flight
to Patna / Delhi / Mumbai by Indian Airlines. No other operator
has its facility in this route.
Rail
Despite undulating nature of land Ranchi is well connected with
all major parts of India. It has good number of trains for Delhi,
Patna & Kolkatta. In long distance trains it is connected with
Chennai & Pathankot through one train daily.
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Road
Most of the travel is done through road in the city. The city is
well connected with all major towns of India. Traveling is mostly
done through state transport buses in the state. Patna 335 Kms
& Kolkata 408 Kms are the busiest route. Deluxe & Super
Deluxe buses are available from all bus stations in Ranchi.
Infrastructure:
Hotels
Ranchi hosts all types of accommodation amenity in Jharkhand.

Besides being the state capital it occupies an important place in
Industry segment also. Most of state Industrial houses have
head offices located in proximity of city. The various types of
Hotels located in Ranchi are as under:
ORG-MARG
Table 3.1: Accommodation Facility at Ranchi

Hotel
Name
Apsara
Hotel
Hotel
Konark
Location
Hotel
Chinar
Hotel
Satkar
Main Road 3 Star
41
Station
Road
Budget
23
Hotel
Ashoka
Station
Road
Budget
20
150-200 Package tours through

JSTDC approved agent.
20

17
250-450 Travel Agent & Local

Guide
Lalpur
Chowk
Station
Road
Category Room
Tariff Range
Amenities
Strength (Twin sharing)
Budget
45
200-350 A Restaurant & 35 bed
dormitory.
Budget
38
175-350 Travel Agent & Guide is
available
Hotel Birsa Main Road BSTDC

Vihar
Tourist
Bungalow
Hotel
Station
Budget
Ambassdor Road
660-1800 2 Banquet Hall & 1

Bar/Restaurant
Hotel Amrit Station

Road
Budget
35

Hotel
Doranda
Ranchi
Ashok
Hotel
Station
Kwality Inn Road
3 Star
28
3 Star
34
Hotel Arya H.B. Road 3 Star
30
Hotel
Embassy
Station
Road
22
1900-3900 ITDC
Approved,
2
Banquet halls & 2 Suites
are available.
750-1800 2 Banquet halls & 2
Suites are available
along
with
Bar
&
Restaurant
Suites along with24 Hrs
coffee shop.
Hotel
Basera
Near Over Govt.

bridge
Approved
18

Hotel
Yuvraj
Hotel
Yuvraj
Palace
Doranda
3 Star
33
Doranda
4 Star
25
700-1600 2 Banquet halls, 1 Suite

& Local Guide support.
Suites along with 24 Hrs
coffee shop.
(Source: ORG- MARG Survey)
Budget
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Restaurants
Ranchi being a recreational spot has splendid varieties of food joints,
one can have Indian/Chinese/Continental/Thai food at any time in the
city. Kaveri Vegetarian Paradise, Hangul Bar & Restaurant, Elora,
Minmin's Chinese joint to name a few is in the vicinity of the town.
Ranchi holds major charms for outing and attraction. To take care of
that Motel on NH 33 (Ranchi-Patna Route), nightlife glorifies at these
joints. They serve food & drinks round the clock, open-air sitting
arrangements add aroma to the trip. Some famous Motels are
Madhuban, R.K. Motel etc.
Tour Operators
After separation from Bihar; registered tourist operator with Bihar but
operational in Jharkhand arent been given the due support from
government. Just two tour operators are authorized by JSTDC and only
one is based in Ranchi that is: Suhana Tour & Travelers. Rests all are
ticketing agents.
Tour Packages available from Ranchi include the following:

Spot/Circuit Name
Hundru-Johna-Dasam Falls
Hundru-Jonha-Sita Falls
Hirni-Panchgagh-Deer Park
Hazaribagh Forest-Tilaiya Dam
Rajrappa Temple & Zoo
Ranchi Local Sight Seeing
Dep.
9 AM
9 AM
9 AM
10 AM
8 AM
8 AM
Arr.
6 PM
6 PM
5 PM
3 PM
4 PM
12 PM
Duration
1 day
1 day
1 day
2 days
1 day
Day
Charge/person
INR 110
INR 110
INR 110
INR 250
INR 110
INR 80
Note: Charge includes traveling expenses only.
ORG-MARG
Attractions
JONHA FALL
Location
Jonha fall is about 40 kms from Ranchi on Purulia road. (RanchiAngara-Amrdubagan--Jonha fall).
Identity
There is a temple named after Gautam Buddha so it is called
Gautam Dhara falls too.
On every Tuesday & Saturday Mela (fair) is organized in Jonha. This
Mela is famous in that area.
Water falls from a height of 45-meter forming about 5 contour
cascades & is surrounded by forest.
Connectivity
One may go there by daily service private Bus or Jeep from Khaddar
bus stand. Private vehicles are more preferred.
One may go up to Gautam Dhara station (Ranchi-Muri) by train also.
This is the route for all trains to Kolkatta & Bhubneswar.
Amenities
There is a hot spice (Tourist Rest House) at the fall that
accommodates Lord Gautam Buddha's temple.
Food & drinks are available through local inhabitants through out the
day. Non-Veg dishes are in major demand over there.
Being safest fall among all the tourists enjoys having bath over here;
for this local villagers sell soaps, Towels, cooking materials to the
tourists.
There are approx. 500 stairs at the fall this makes the spot more
exciting.
ORG-MARG
Limitations
Connectivity is major drawback because this spot is 5 Km away from

the highway and no public transport is available from that point, so
tourist has to take private vehicles to visit this spot. This is very costly
proposition when any individual wishes to visit that spot.
Quality of food is not good and regular one so tourist prefers to take
cooked food from Ranchi itself.
Wayside relaxing places are not there.
No parking facility is there so visitors face tough time during peak
season.
Accommodation is not maintained properly and detoriating day-day.
Local guide is not available for the tourist.
HUNDRU FALL
Location
About 38 km. from city center near Getalsud, block Anagara, Ranchi
(Ranchi-Namkum-Anagara-Getalsud-Hundru).
Identity
The Swarnarekha River falls from a height of 320 ft. At the base of
the fall a beautiful pool has been formed that allows the visitors to
enjoy bathing.
This is the most ancient spot in proximity of Ranchi. If is a very
attractive spot in winter & summer but in rainy season it's very risky
for the visitors.
Water takes a serpentine course in the forest valley; the glimpse of
this is great for the tourist.
Getalsud Dam on Swarnarekha river is just 4 km from this spot; the
dam supports two power plants of 65 KWH each.
ORG-MARG
Connectivity
It is connected through road but no public transport is available after

Anagara check post and for 22 Km one has to take other medium of
transport like private jeep/car etc.
Private Taxis & Auto are available for this spot from Ranchi and
charges for them are:
Auto Rickshaw-- INR 300-350; Jeep/Car-- INR 600-700.
Amenities
Cafeteria eating joints are provided.

2 Guesthouse are available for Tourists who wish to stay over there.
Having 2 rooms & one hall each both can accommodate 25-30
persons. Cost of this accommodation is variable and depends on the
guard who is in charge for these.
Facility for preparing own food is also available at the spot for the
visitor in groups who carry the raw material to the spot.
Limitations
Connectivity has to be addressed urgently as one can't visit the spot

without private vehicles.
Basin created by the waterfall is very deep and dangerous.
Width of the connecting road is just 2 meter and that also in very bad
shape.
Power is not available in Hundru village, despite of having a power
plant just near the village. Power connection is available in all
nearby village.
ORG-MARG
TAGORE HILL
Location
This spot is 3 Km from GPO at Morahbadi in Ranchi.
Identity
It is associated with Gurudev Rabindra Nath Tagore, as number of books are
supposed to have been written by him on the hilltop.
Ram Krishna Ashram is situated at foot of the hill along with an Infertility
Research center.
Height of the hill is approx. 300 ft. from ground.
This hill has been taken over by State archeological dept. for preservation &
development.
Connectivity
Being close to Ranchi this spot is well connected by road.
Auto/cycle Rickshaws are available for this spot anytime.
Amenities
A photograph shop is operational for the visitors.
Food stalls are nearby the foot of the hill.
Visitors can take rest at the hall on hilltop.
Limitations
No facility of drinking water at the spot besides being its nearness to the
town.
Stairs are in real bad shape and going through that is risky proposition for
the visitors.
Parking facility is not available, so the visitors have to park their vehicles at a
distance of 500 meter and then walk to the spot.
ORG-MARG
RANCHI HILL
Location
In the heart of the city this is located at just 1 Km from Firewall Chowk.
Identity
This is a recreational as well as scared pilgrimage spot of Ranchi.
Altitude of the hill is 2140 feet from sea level.
Lord Shiva temple is situated on the top of the hill. Devotee assumes the
place of reverence during Shravanamas similar to that of Baijnath Dham
(Edgar).
Connectivity
Situated in Old Ranchi this is very well connected with every medium of road
transport.
It is hardly 10 minutes walk from Birsa Chowk (Reference point of Main
road).
Amenities
A panoramic view of the town can be had from the hilltop.
It is situated in the heart of city so food, drinks and other facilities are
available for the tourist near the hill.
There are stalls stocking flower, Coconut and other articles for devotees on
the hilltop.
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ROCK GARDEN
Location
The spot is 6 KM from Birsa Chowk at Kanke road.
Identity
Developed on the bank of Kanke dam the park has every thing to attract
visitors.
Artificially structured Birsa statue and Titanic corner are things to see at this
park.
One corner of the park provides bird eye view of city.
The park holds great potential for being developed into an major attraction.
Amenities
Canteen stocking packaged food and drinks is operational inside the spot.
Covered bench has been put up for the visitors to enjoy the visit.
The local authority provides sufficient space for Vehicle parking and guides
to support the visitors.
Limitations
The canteen inside the park is not hygienic and does not prepare any
snacks thus visitors are skeptical in having anything from that place.
Cultural/musical shows can be organized at this spot.
Due to ill maintenance, artificial structures are loosing vividness.
ACQUAWORLD
Location
Approx 5 Km from Birsa Chowk on Kanke Road.
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Identity
This spot is known for its fish aquarium and locally termed as Machli Ghar
by the local inhabitants.
Children Park is another attraction at the spot.
Perceived as recreational spot within city, the spot attracts major tourist
influx.
Amenities
Restaurant inside the aquarium is one of the major attractions of the tourists.
Food is admirable at this joint thus revisits were recorded in good volume.
Rides and swings are set up at Children Park inside the campus; children
enjoy their time in this park. All these amusements are safe for the
teenagers.
Parking place is sufficient to support inflow of the vehicle.
Limitation
Timing of the aquarium is not convenient for the Tourist; it should be
operational until 10 PM.
Variants of fish are primitive and have an image of general species.
Photography facility is not available.
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RANCHI LAKE
Location
At the bottom of Ranch Hill. It is a few minutes walk from GPO and is
adjacent to Ranchi Telephone Exchange.
Identity
o Excavated by Col. Onsely, a British Agent in 1842. It was a picnic spot
during pre-independence era but presently wastewater is dumped in
the lake.
o Madan Mohan Jha (DC) envisaged beautification in 90s but nothing
has materialized for this spot. There is a Lake Sudhar Samiti with an
objective of beautification & development of the spot.
o There are two temples surrounding the lake, people take bath before
praying in this temple. Two gumbads in middle of the lake adds vitality
to the spot.
o Boating had started sometime back but wasnt successful, mainly due
to drainage and foul.
Connectivity
o Walking distance form city heart. Auto/Cycle Rickshaws are available
from every point of the city.
Amenities
o Food & drink facility is optimum around this spot.
o Small park is created at one corner of the lake this provides a place for
visitors to enjoy their trip.
o Proper Stairs are built to facilitate bathing in the lake.
o Boats are available for the tourist to take a trip of lake.
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Limitations
o Water is very impure due to drainage in the lake.
o Water impregnates all types of waste product in it. Visitors are reluctant
to spend time at this spot.
o Road circumventing the lake is very narrow, surrounding is not clean &
hygienic.
o Annoyances of local inhabitant hinder the development strategies.
MC CLUSKIEGANJE
Location
o A sleepy small hamlet 67 Km from Ranchi on State Highway 47.
Identity
o With a total area of 35 sq. km, this place was popular with Anglo Indian
community.
o The name evokes nostalgia and one gradually discovers that the place
is amidst green forest.
o At the height of 2140 ft, weather is remarkably recreating for the
tourists. Peak temperature is of 350 C during summer other wise winter
is most charming season at this place.
o Visitors come here to spend their time in leisure, earn peace and
rejuvenate themselves.
Amenities
Typical Anglo Indian cottages, clubs and shops.

Food joints are also present in their own traditional manner.
Internal transport is good compare to other tourist spots
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CROCODILE PARK
Location
o 32 Km from Ranchi on Ranchi-Hazaribagh route. Visitors have to take
a right turn from Ormanjhi Block for another 12 Km towards west.
Connectivity
o Well connected by road through Ranchi-Ormanjhi-Hazaribagh route.

Service road for 12 Km connects this spot with the Highway.
o Public transport is available up to 26 KM from the city for rest 5 KM
visitor has to opt for foot. This is the major reason; tourists take a
private vehicle directly from Ranchi/Hazaribagh.
Identity
o Mutta Magar Breeding center named after Mutta village circumventing
this and Bheda River is source of water for this breeding center.
o This took off with 3 Jharkhandi muggars and 2 from Chennai near
Ormanjhi. At present there are 20 muggars (2 old, 10 young & 8
children). Some 5 muggars were shifted to Patna Zoological Park in
1999 from this place.
o Best food for these muggars is Fish & Meat. On an average 15 Kgs of
mutton is served to the Muggars.
o Bheda River is base for Muggars; they freely reside in the water and at
times come out in the plains also. This creates panic in the local
inhabitants as well as tourists also.
Amenities
o A forest rest house is available for the tourist on demand. With a
capacity of 10 people the rest house is well furnished & maintained.
o The guards on demand can cook food; charges are nominal for that.
o Covered benches are constructed for the visitors.
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Limitations
o Nearest shop for food & other snacks is 4 KM from the spot.
o Public transport is not available for 4 Km from the service road.
o No guide is available at the spot.
o The local authorities do not facilitate photography.
JAGANNATH TEMPLE
Location
o Situated on a Hillock in HEC at 10 km from city center.
Identity
o Built in 17th century; the temple was built to reciprocate Jagnnath
Temple of Puri by Thakur Arinath Shadev (youngest son of Ratu
Maharaja).
o Every year on 12th July Rath Yatra is organized at the temple and it
lasts for 10 days. On an average 2 or 2.5 lakh people attend this
celebration.
o On an unfortunate day 6th Aug 1990; 3 out of 4 sides of temple had
collapsed in the morning. Thus shrine had to be shifted and then
reestablished after the renovation.
o State archeological dept. has taken over the shrine and this spot has
become Heritage assets for the State.
o Visitors have to climb 85 stairs for the temple.
Connectivity
o Well connected by road with city centers; public transport is also
available for this spot from all parts of Ranchi City.
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Amenities
o Mandir development society was formed in 1976 since then it is
working to facilitate the visitors and develop amenities around Temple.
o A Large shed is constructed by society for making the people feel
comfortable.
o Food & snacks are available through stalls nearby the hill of temple.
o A rest house is available for the visitors by Mandir society.
Limitations
o Frequency of transport is not good.
HATIA DAM
Location
o Its 12 KM from City center towards east.
Identity
o This is most crucial dam in Ranchi as it maintains the water supply to
HEC, backbone of Ranchi economy.
o Built on Swarnarekha river; depth of Water is 50 Ft. in the mid of Dam
and 30 ft. at corners.
o Wednesday market provide livelihood to as many as 2000 inhabitants
in 6 villages surrounding the spot.
o Popular recreational and picnic spot; highest inflow of traffic is on 1st &
14th Jan every year. Major visitor are local inhabitants and they spend
5-7 Hrs. at this spot.
Connectivity
o Well connected through major parts of city and public transport is
frequently available from city center.
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Amenities
o A number of permanent stalls of food & other articles are there.
o Open ground is developed for the visitors to sit & enjoy.
Limitations
o Drinking water is not available at the spot.
o Development of circumventing area is improper from tourist point of
view.
o Lighting is not proper at the spot.
o No recreation facilities are available.
JAIBIK UDYAN
Location
o It is 17 Km from Ranchi on NH-33 (Ranchi-Hazaribagh route) near
Ormanjhi.
Identity
o Bhagwan Birsa Jaibik Udyan was inaugurated on 26th Jan1994.
o It has a total area of 104 Hectare and NH 33 divides this into Zoological
& Botanical regions respectively. Zoological area 83 Hectare and
Botanical area is 21 Hectare.
o This has been developed in natural forest area thus good quality Sal
trees are in abundance.
o Fairly good numbers of wild animals/reptiles are kept in cages for
visitors. Recently some more animals were brought from Nandankanan
& Betla National park to add glaze to its characteristics.
o A part of Getalsud dam exists at the end of the park that is a good
picnic spot. Migrated bird visit this place in winter.
o The zoological park generates annual revenue of Approx. INR 2.00
lakhs.
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Connectivity
This is well connected by road with Ranchi as well as Hazaribagh.
Situated on NH 33 public transport is regularly available for the spot.
Frequent taxis/trekkers are available from Line taxi stand behind
Firayalals.
Nearest railway station (24 Km) and airport (30 Km) is Ranchi.
Amenities
8 rest sheds, 9 drinking water points, 4 Urinals, are available for the
visitors.
4canteen are operational at various locations inside the park. They
are rightly priced and stock quality packaged foods.
Park is closed on every Monday and timings are winter: 9.00 AM-5.00
PM & summer 9.00 AM-5.30 PM.
A vet nary hospital is operational for the animals with resident doctor.
Children Park is constructed on the main gate for making the
teenagers merry.
Boating facility is available in lake inside.
Various commercial charges are as below:
i)
Entry Fee Ticket
Entry fee/person (in Rs.)

Adult
Child
2.00
1.00
ii)
Camera fee (in Rs.)

Video
Still
Movie
200.00
5.00
1000.00
(Entry fee is deposited in state exchequer.)
Other Vehicle Fees:

Vehicle Type Charge
Car/Jeep
3.00
Bike
2.00
Bus
5.00
Boating fee/trip
20.00
(Vehicle fare forms the state revenue.)
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Limitations
Wild life hasnt been updated since last 10 years thats why the park is
loosing its charm among the visitors.
Behavior of guides & park staff is not supportive with the visitors.
Boats are not sufficient during peak season.
Photography facility is not available inside the park.
PSYCHO FALL
Location
o This is located near Tamar village 50 Km from Ranchi.
Identity
o Alternatively known as Rani fall this spot is popular for its scenic
beauty and openness that attracts the visitors.
o Water falls from a height of 20 ft. and creates a small natural basin at
the bottom of the hill.
Connectivity
o Well connected through road with Ranchi-Chaibasa Route.
o Visitors had to take a break at Tamar morh and from there take a
Trekker/Bus for another 11 km for the spot.
o Taxis are available for the spot from Ranchi. Through this medium of
transport tourists can also visit Deer park at Kalamati.
Amenities:
o All the facilities are available during tourist season at the spot. Local
villagers establish temporary shops around the fall and as soon as the
season is over they remove the same and get engaged in other
activities.
Limitations
o No Canteen or shop is available for the visitors.
o No space for the visitors to sit and enjoy.
o Photography facility is not available at the spot.
o Parking space in not sufficient during the season.
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DEER PARK
Location
Located at Kalamati 24 Km from Ranchi on Ranchi-Chaibasa Road.
Connectivity
This spot is on RanchiChaibasa
Road
and
buses are available from

Khaddar Bus Stand.
Rail & Air connections
are through Ranchi only.
Fig. 3.1: Deers at Deer Park

Identity
Its foundation was laid in 1981 and Mochiram Munda did formal opening in 1987.
The park has an entry ticket of INR 4 and it is closed on Thursday every week.
The park is spread in 54-Acre area. There are 214 Deer in the park out of this 48
are sambhar and 166 are cheetal.
Visitor influx during lean period is 25-35/ day and during peak it is 50-60/day.
Amenities
There is a children Park in park campus, 3 Jhula and 2 Ride are there for the
tourists to make most out of their visit.
One shed that can occupy around 20 persons is build near the canteen &
children park for the visitors.
There isnt any restricted area in the Park that gives the visitor a freedom to enjoy
the wild life.
Limitations
Parking facility is not sufficient at the spot.
Guides are not available; visitors are very keen to know more about the wild life.
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This park has great potential for tourist but lack of attention is hindering the
prospects.
No medical professional is available in the park.
No commercial Photography arrangement at the spot.
PANCHGAGH FALL
Location
It is near Hesadi about 50 Km from Ranchi on Ranchi-Chaibasa Route.
Identity
This spot has been identified very recently and possess vast potential due to its
geographical formation.
Safest waterfall in Jharkhand that has sand at the bottom of the hill. This is most
preferred picnic spot by local as well as tourists.
Local authorities have developed some constructions that add glare to the beauty
of this spot. SBI, Muruh has constructed a welcome gate on Ranchi-Chaibasa
Road at the corner of this spot.
Connectivity
Well connected by road, public transport is available both from Ranchi and
Chaibasa for this spot.
Amenities
The facilities depend on tourist inflow. During peak season local inhabitants
create food stalls near the spot.
2 Sheds that can occupy 20 people each are available for the visitor.
Parking facility is also sufficient during peak season and can adjust 30 vehicles.
Bathing space is designed for the visitors so that they can safely enjoy the trip.
Limitations
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No transport is available on service road (3 Km) connecting the spot to RanchiChaibasa Road. The road is narrow as well as ill maintained thus driving is
horrible on this road.
No permanent establishments for food/ snacks at the spot hamper its image.
There is no guard to protect the vehicles parked, so visitors are skeptical
regarding visiting that spot on own conveyance.
Guide facility is not available on the spot.
HAZARIBAGH
Area: 11165 Sq. kms.
Identity
Hazaribagh literally means a place with thousand gardens. During the Muslim rule
the main estates in the district were Ramgarh, Kunda, Kendi, Chai and Kharagdiha.
Later Ramgarh, Kharagdiha, Kendi and Kunda were formed into Hazaribagh division.
After 1991 census the Hazaribagh district was divided into three separate districts of
Hazaribagh, Chatra and Koderma. The towns in the district include Barkakana,
Barughutu, Gidi, Hazaribagh, Patratu, Ramgarh Cantt., Sauda, and Sirka.
The 12 Blocks in the district are: Barhi, Barkagaon, Bishungarh, Church, Gola,
Hazaribagh, Ichak, Katkamsandi, Keredari, Mandu, Patratu and Ramgarh.
Total population - 18.36 lakhs.
Connectivity
Air
Nearest airport is Ranchi (97 Km). Indian airlines flight from Kolkatta; Mumbai &
Delhi is operational at this airport.
Rail
This is on Howrah-Delhi grand trunk line.
Road
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Located on NH 33 this is well connected with most parts of India. All the buses going
to Patna cross through Hazaribagh. Frequent bus service is available for all parts of
State.
Industries and Minerals
Indo Asahi Glass factory at Bhurkunda in the district is a major sheet glass
manufacturing unit. Coal is the primary mineral found in the district. The other
minerals that are available are mica, fire clay, limestone and quartz.
Attractions
HAZARIBAGH SANCTUARY
Location
This sanctuary is situated on Hazaribagh- Barahi Road, 19 km from Hazaribagh.
Identity
This was notified in 1976 & enjoys good number of tourist inflow every year.
Total forest area is 186.25 sq. km of which 70 sq. km is identified as tourist area.
Principal animals are Tiger, Panther, Wild Boar, Nilgai, and Sambhar etc. There
are 4-watch towers in the sanctuary that gives a panoramic view of the wild life.
According to census figures 1999-00 the population of wild life at this sanctuary is
as below:
Name of Wild Life
Panther
Leopard
Elephant Tiger
No. of Wild Life (1999)
102
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Connectivity
Public conveyances like Bus/Jeep are available until tax collection points that is
10 km before the main gate of Sanctuary. Beyond this no conveyance facility is
available, one has to complete the journey on foot.
Roads are in a very bad shape making the journey miserable. Width of the road
is 3 meter thus two way movement is difficult.
Amenities
4 watchtowers to view the beasts. Arrangement of fog lights makes the nightlife
exciting.
Jeep safari is available for wild life view inside the sanctuary. Trip starts from
DFO office at 5 PM & ends at 10 PM, charge for this is Rs.50/person.
Boating for Rs.20 (1/2 Hrs) in the lake inside makes the view adventurous.
Canteen in the sanctuary provides packaged food to the tourists.
Accommodation is good; one Tourist Bungalow of BSTDC & two other forest
bungalows are available for the tourists. Room charges are quite nominal ranging
from Rs. 200-300/room & Rs. 70/bed. Total Strength of the bungalow is 70.
Mourm roads make the journey in jungle more comfortable & easy. Entry fee for
Bike is Rs.15, Trekker it is Rs. 50 & for Bus Rs.80.
Limitations
Connectivity is major limitation of this spot, no public transportation is available

for this site from Hazaribagh city. One has to reserve vehicle or have own
conveyance for this place.
In past Jeeps with searchlight were available for the tourist to take night drive &
do some adventure. However, as GOI has prohibited night travel in sanctuaries,
forest Dept. has removed this facility. Thus, adventurous tourists have to search
for other spots.
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No restaurant is available inside sanctuary, just a canteen that stocks packaged

food
Guide support is not available at the spot.
Photography is not possible at the spot.
HAZARIBAGH LAKE
Location:
In the vicinity of the town, just 2-3 km from city heart.
Identity
This is a picnic and recreation spot for the tourists.
Children Park along with a lake view restaurant adds glare to its image.
Connectivity
This is well connected with the city and public conveyance is easily available for
this spot.
Amenities
Six Peddle Boats with individual occupancy of four people are available for whole
day to the visitors.
Open-air restaurant with Children Park increases the aroma of the spot. Capacity
of the restaurant is 50 persons.
Limitations
Infrastructure at the lake is not sufficient and it requires up gradation urgently.

No sitting facility is available in circumference of the lake.
There are only two Swings in Children Park; many children have to wait for a long
time.
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CANARY HILL
Location
5 km from city heart
Identity
This is a recreation spot and one can have a view of Hazaribagh city from hilltop.
Hill infrastructure is compatible for Adventure sports i.e. trek, rock-climbing etc. in
winter season. Trekking facility is available for the visitors in winter season.
Connectivity
This is well connected with the city and public vehicles are available for the spot.
Average fare for Rickshaw is Rs.20.
Amenities
There is a restaurant near the bottom of the hill. It is open for 24 Hrs.
Limitations
There is no road for going up the hill; visitors have to climb through pathway.
Cleanliness is another reason for less traffic at this spot.
Food & Portable water facility is not appropriate.
KONAR DAM
Location
This is situated on Hazaribagh Tilaiya Road at 95 km from Hazaribagh City.
Identity
This dam was build to control the water of Konar River; this comes under
Damodar valley Corporation.
Depth of water is approx. 50ft.at center and 30ft. at corners and boundary is 2 km
long.
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Connectivity
This is well connected through Road from Hazaribagh and bus & trekkers are
easily available during the day.
Amenities
No amenities are available at this spot thus tourist had to arrange food & water
from midway hotels during their visit.
Limitations
Neither food nor sitting place is available for the tourist at the spot.
Branch Road (approx. 3 km) to spot is kachha & thus no vehicles prefer going to
that spot. Visitors have to pay extra money for that part of the transportation.
No accommodation is available for the visitors at the spot so they have to rush
back to the city in spite of their wish to stay.
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SALPHARNI DAM
Location:
18 km from Hazaribagh
Figure 3.2: The Serene environment at Salpharni Dam

Identity
Good number of birds migrates in winter & rainy season that adds glare to this
spot.
Connectivity
Well connected through road; Jeep/trekker are available for this spot from city
center.
Branch Road (approx. 4 km) to spot is kaccha & thus no vehicles prefers going to
that spot. Visitors have to pay extra money for that part of the transportation.
Amenities
Canteen facility is there for the tourists during day hour.
Two guesthouses that can accommodate approx. 40 people are available for the
visitors.
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Limitations
Frequency of public transport is not good and vehicles are available until 4 PM
only for Hazaribagh so the tourists are not able to enjoy the site.
Food at canteen requires improvements.
SURAJKUND
Location
120 Km from Hazaribagh on NH 33
Figure 3.3: Vent at Surajkund

Identity
There are five Kund at this place all have historical significance and importance.
All these have specialized characteristics:
Name of the Kund
Surajkund
Bharatkund
Ramkund
Sitakund
Laxmankund
Significance
Water keep simmering all the time
Water is hot all over the year
Water is cool all over the year
Chilled water is there in the kund
Water is warm all over the year
Mela on 14th January has great impact on the mindset of the visitors and their
number increases significantly during the 15 days of Mela.
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Water contains Sulphar & Stem is regularly coming out of the kund. Popular
belief is that people used to cook rice in the water.
Connectivity
This place is well connected with Road and situated on Hazaribagh-Calcutta
highway.
One has to take left from Barkatta & there is a service road for 11 Km for the
spot. Trekkers are available for the spot form Hazaribagh.
Route from Hazaribagh-Barahi-Barkatta-Surajkund.
Amenities
Food stalls are available midway to the spot.
Dormitory of seven beds is available for the visitors at the spot alongwith a
canteen that serves cooked food on demand.
Limitation
Spot is ill maintained by the local authorities resulting in deterioration of natural
resources at the spot.
Vehicles are not available regularly mainly due to high variation in the traffic and
driving is herculean task for the visitors on narrow service roads.
Electricity & other amenities do not exit at the spot as well as on the connecting
road to the spot.
Guides are not available and being a religious spot visitors are curious about the
significance.
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RAJRAPPA TEMPLE
Location
Rajrappa is situated at the convergence of river Damodar and Bhairavi,
(popularly known as Bhera) 80 km from Ranchi. (Ranchi- Ramgarh-Rajrappa).
Identity
The headless temple of Goddess Chhinnamastika stands on the body of
Kamdeo and Rati in Lotus bed.
This temple is supposed to be very sacred. It is a very old one and its
architectural design resembles the design of temples of Tantrik importance. It is
pronounced that Viswakarma himself has built this temple.
A number of attractive temples have been build around the main temple. A large
number of pilgrimages come here throughout the year particularly from Bihar,
Jharkhand and West Bengal.
Various rituals are performed here for the good cause. Presumption is very
famous that first worship at this place multiplies the luck.
BALI (goats head is offered to Maa Chhinnamastika) performed by devotees
either for completion of any wish or on completion of any wish.
On 14th of January (Makar Sankranti) a special religious fair is organized visitors
are in lacs for this. Similar fair is also organized on Vijaydashmi.
Connectivity
Well connected with Road from Ramgarh. Public Transport is available from
Ranchi as well as Ramgarh for this place.
Nearest railway station is Ranchi and trains are available for all major places in
India.
The nearest airport Ranchi (170 kms) is connected with Calcutta, Patna,
Lucknow and Delhi by regular Indian Airlines service.
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Amenities
One can enjoy bathing and boating in the river near the main temple. At present
wooden boats are available for the tourist at INR 25 per trip of 30 minutes.
Other than the beauty of temple, the beauty of nature can also be enjoyed. A
beautiful scene can be seen from the roof of the temple. It is not only a famous
religious place but also the best picnic spot.
Hotels and consumer shops are available in good number at this spot.
Vegetarian dishes are served on order.
Dharamshala and guesthouses are available for accommodation of the
pilgrimages in good number. Rates are very nominal at these places.
The authorities have developed bathing places for the pilgrims.
Pujari of the temple guide the visitors about the significance of temple and
Photography facility is available to the tourists to capture the scenic beauty.
Limitations
Condition of the road connecting Rajrappa with Ramgarh is horrible thus; visitors
have to experience horrible time during their tour. It takes two Hrs to cover a
distance of 25 Km by public transport.
TILAIYA
Location
This is small hamlet located at 67 km from Hazaribagh.
Identity
This place is known for Sanik School and Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) in
tandem with its natural resources.
Tilaiya besides being a recreation spot have always been admired for its climate
& scenic beauty.
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Connectivity
This is well connected with Road from Hazaribagh. Public Transport is available
from Ranchi as well as Hazaribagh for this place.
Nearest railway, station is Koderma a major station on Howarh-Delhi Grand
Chord line.
The nearest airport Ranchi (170 kms) is connected with Calcutta, Patna,
Lucknow and Delhi by regular Indian Airlines service.
Infrastructure
BSTDC has developed a Tourist complex at URWAN where one can consider
spending time by the side of Tilaiya Dam.
There are some other private guesthouses in vicinity of town but they dont
operate all over the year.
Roads are narrow but maintained properly; Power plant near the dam is source
point for Electricity in the town.
Attractions
TILAIYA DAM
Location
Located at 2-3 Km from Tourist complex this dam provides a pleasurable
atmosphere to the visitors.
Identity
The dam was completed in 1953 as a part of Damodar Valley Scheme.
Build on Barakar river this is a preferred attraction for the Tourists. Sunrise at
this dam has release freshness that has an unique impact on visitors.
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Connectivity
Situated on GT road this is most well connected spot through road. Main road
from Barhi passes through this dam thus public transport is easily available form
Hazaribagh as well as Barhi.
Cycle rickshaw is also available from any where in this city to this place.
Rail & Air connectivity is through Ranchi only.
Amenities
Food and other stalls are available in good number in and around the spot.
Accommodation at BSTDC guesthouse is a good option for visitors who plan to
enjoy the sunrise.
Boats are available for the visitors to enjoy the aroma of the lake and scenic
beauty of nature.
On the other side of the park there is an island in past that was hosting
Crocodiles boats are available to visit that place.
Trout Fishing can be enjoyed at the lake on special demand by the tourists.
Limitations
Tourist complex is not well maintained by the authorities and require renovation
to a large extent. Thats why instead of a surge to view sunrise tourists opt for
accommodation at Hazaribagh bungalow.
Guide is not available for the tourist.
The Army officials have banned photography.
Canteen at the spot requires more investment in terms of sitting arrangement,
food quality, and infrastructure.
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B) DALTENGANJ-MAHUADANDH-NETARHAT-RANCHI
This circuit holds potential like anything in Jharkhand. But till date not all tourist
cover all the spots of this circuit. Major impediment identified was connectivity
and transportation, that hinders the expectation of visitors. Tourist spots are Betla
National Park, Palamu Quila, Lodh fall, Sunrise, Sunset, Upper Ghaghri, Lower
ghaghri, Koyal view. One new spot was identified on Betla- Mahuadandh route,
provides a scenic beauty of nature and small fall.
NETARHAT
Location
156 Kms from Ranchi is Netarhat, the queen of Chotanagpur.
It is situated at a height of 3,7000 ft above sea level and is a hill station of
Jharkhand.
Identity
Netarhat is a beautiful resort during summer. Dense forests, serpentine roads,
cool bracing breeze, moonlit nights must have persuaded the English to call
this place that possibly sums up 'nature' and heart of Netarhat.
This place is an out of this world experience.
Connectivity
Ranchi (156 km) is nearest airport.
Rail connection through Daltenganj (145 km) as well as Ranchi (156 km).
Road connection is through Ranchi-Lohardaga-Netarhat (156 Km) and
Daltenganj-Mahuadandh-Netarhat (145 Km). Bus service is available from
both points but service is not frequent.
Valley stretch of 22 km is major impediment for connectivity as road condition
is horrible and drive is very risky. Bus takes almost an hour to cross the valley.
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Attractions
SUNRISE VIEW
Location
o It is located at Prabhat Vihar Hotel of BSTDC.
Identity
o View of sunrise cant be explained in words, since ages visitors gather
at this point to see sunrise.
o At 5:30 AM Sun appears as coming out from natures lap with much
innocence and purity.
Connectivity
o Just in front of tourist bungalow of BSTDC visitors use to walk in the
morning from their place.
o Roads in the block are maintained properly..
Infrastructure
o A number of tourist lodges & bungalows are available for the tourists.
Prabhat Vihar of BSTDC that gives a panoramic view of sunrise as well
as valley from the room itself.
o Other accommodation Forest rest House, Palamu Bungalow, PHED
Rest House, Panchayat Center, and SBI Holiday Home.
o Food and other facilities can be ordered at restaurants in all Bungalows.
o Tourists can shop tribe related articles at local hat.
Limitation
o Public transport is not available adequately from connecting stations
like Ranchi, Lohardaga, Mahuadandh and Daltenganj.
o Valley of 22 Km is badly damaged and narrow. Trucks transporting
Bauxite to various places are mainly responsible for this damage. On
an average 1000 trucks cross the valley per day. Bus driver has to be
very cautious while driving on that valley.
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o Route from Mahuadandh is better comparable to Lohardaga route

but conveyance is not available through that route only private
vehicle opt for this.
o No restaurant is available in the city some roadside dhabas stocking
snacks can be found during the day. At night, nothing is available for
the tourist.
o Internal transport is not available in the city tourists have to opt for
private Jeep/Taxi to visit local spots; this is very costly proposition for
individuals as well as couples.
o Communication facility is negligible in the city; very few STD points
are there.
o No commercial guide is available in the city, visitors have to take help
of the local inhabitants this is very tough task for international visitors.
o Other attractions like Photography, Entertainment joints, cultural
dance are not available in the city.
UPPER GHAGHRI
Location
o It is 6 Km from Prabhat Vihar tourist bungalow.
Connectivity
o Well connected through road with all major spots of Netarhat.
o No public transport is available for this spot.
Identity
o Waterfalls create a scenic beauty that is unique.
o Picnic & recreational spot.
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Limitation
o No public transport is available for this spot.
o Food & other snacks are available during the peak season through
temporary stalls by local inhabitants.
LOWER GHAGHRI
Location
10 Km from Prabhat Vihar Tourist Bungalow.
Connectivity
Well connected through road with all major spots of Netarhat.
No public transport is available for this spot.
Identity
Waterfall from a height of 375 ft creates a scenic beauty.
Presently this spot is converted into picnic spot and government has
banned visits to this place in lieu of some renovation work.
Limitation
Food & other snacks are available during the peak season through
KOYAL VIEW RIVER

Location
3 Km from Prabhat Vihar tourist bungalow.
Connectivity
Identity
The point provides a picturesque view of Koyal river.
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Limitation
Food & other snacks are available during the peak season through
MAGNOLIA POINT
Location
At extreme west this is the best place to enjoy Sunset.
10 Km from Prabhat Vihar tourist bungalow.
Limitation
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BETLA NATIONAL PARK
Location
Betla is located between 230 55 North and 830 55 eastern at Western part
Chotanagpur Plateau.
Forest of Latehar Forest Division, Ranchi west Forest Division, Garhwa
South Forest division and Sarguja District of Madhya Pradesh, surrounds
this reserve on three sides.
Figure 3.4: The surreptitious forest at Betla

Identity
This was first of its kind in world and in 1974 it became one of the earliest
tiger reserves in India.
The terrain is undulating and densely covered by forest, which ranges from
moist deciduous to evergreen.
The park has an average elevation of 1000 ft. and is open through out the
year although best period for visit is Feb-April.
Presently the tiger reserve extends over an area of 1026 sq. km. This area
is divided into zones namely:
Core or Wilderness Zone-- 213 Sq. Km
Buffer or Multiple use Zone813 Sq. km
Tourism Zone (Overlapping)53.78 Sq. Km (Eco Tourism Zone)
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It has very wide range of bio-diversity and many endangered, rare, and
threatened species of flora and fauna are found. These are:
Species of mammals (39 Genera & 21 families) 47
Species of birds174
Species of flora-- 970
Species of climbers--25
Species of Shrubs (grasses)-- 46
Species of valuable, medicinal plants- 56
The reserve is very rich in mammalian population. The population dynamics of

animals found in the reserve is as like:
Connectivity
Having approach from both Netarhat (120 Km) as well as Daltenganj (26 Km),
this spot is easily accessible by road. Ranchi (140 Km) is also connected through
both routes.
Buses are available for Ranchi-Daltenganj all over the day and from Daltenganj
jeeps as well as buses going towards Netarhat passes through main gate of
National Park.
Nearest Railway station is Daltenganj hosting trains from Eastern Railway.
Trains from West Bengal as well as Mugalsarai are operational. Just 13km from
Betla one small station Barwadih is a halt for trains going towards Daltenganj.
Air connectivity is through Ranchi (140 km) only.
Amenities
This sanctuary has been developed to accommodate day as well as overnight
visitors. It has furnished Tourist Bungalow that can accommodate 25 persons
and 2 dormitories of total 24 beds.
Besides this there are 3 more Forest bungalows & 5 private guesthouses with
an average capacity of 20 beds each.
For more adventurous, there is treetop guesthouse that is endowed with
energetic viewpoints.
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A spacious restaurant caters adequately to the food requirement of visitors.

Elephant as well as Jeep Safari never fails to enthrall visitors who can move
among the sambhar, elephants, & monkeys. Some fortunate ones are able to
have a glimpse of TIGER in the tourist zone.
Local guides of Forest Dept. are provided on request and availability.
Photography is permitted after paying the required charges.
Limitations
Road connecting the spot with Daltenganj & Netarhat is narrow at times it is
tough for the heavy vehicles to pass.
No amenities for nightlife as most of the tourist are overnight and they find night
boring without any attraction.
Public transport is not frequent for Daltenganj as well as Netarhat during off
peak season.
Forest erosion affects the flora & fauna of the Park in turn making the visits
uninteresting.
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LODH FALLS
Location
62 Km form Netarhat this spot is on Netarhat-Mahuadandh-Betla-Daltenganj
route.
Tourists have to take a service road (22 Km) from Mahuadandh.
Connectivity
Only road connection through Mahuadandh is
available for this spot, but no public transport
is present from this place. Tourists have to
take private Jeep to visit these spots.
Daltenganj is nearest Railway station hosting
trains from West Bengal.
Nearest Airport Ranchi (156 kms) is connected
by Indian Airlines flights with Bombay, Patna,
and Calcutta & New Delhi.
Figure 3.5: The Majestic Lodh Falls

Identity
It is one of the biggest water falls of Jharkhand where water falls from height of
468 ft.
Perceived as only natural waterfall by the tourists.
Located inside WOLF Sanctuary this spots hold great significance for the
adventure tourists.
Popularly known as BUDHA Fall as the river that supports this fall is BUDHA
river originates from Chattisgarh.
Water is so cold & pure in summer also that people drink that water as it is.
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Limitation
Connecting Road is badly damaged and narrow that makes the drive awful for
the visitor.
Naxals are another major concern of the visitors as the inhabitants are either a
part of the team or supporter to them encircle this area.
SUGABANDH
Location
65 Km from Betla National park (Daltenganj-Netarhat route) and 25 Km from
Mahuadandh (Mahuadandh- Daltenganj route).
Identity
Fig. 3.6: A Waterfall
Till date this is unexplored spot by the

tourists but can be converted into a hot
spot if promoted rightly.
Known for natural creation and story
behind it, this spot has every thing a
picnic spot should posses.
The scenic beauty is a major attraction
for the tourist.
Connectivity
Service road connecting the spot with Daltenganj-Netarhat highway is totally
kachha and broken for 5 KM.
Daltenganj is nearest Railway station hosting trains from West Bengal.
Limitation
Connecting Road is badly damaged and narrow make the drive difficult for the
visitor.
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C) RANCHI-BUNDU-JAMSHEDPUR
Till date this route was not identified as a circuit but during our primary survey we
identified potential of developing a package for this circuit. Major spots in this
circuit are Dassam fall, Sun temple at Bundu. In Jamshedpur major spots are
Dalma Elephant Park, Dimna lake, Jubliee park, Tata Zoological Park, Hudco
lake.
JAMSHEDPUR
Jamshedpur, as the burgeoning township was named in 1919 in tribute to Tata
Steel's Founder, is India's first planned industrial city. It is a model for the
harmonious co-existence of industry and environment. Acres of verdant parks
and gardens dot the city and provide bucolic sanctuaries from the pressures of
everyday life.
Connectivity
Rail
Operating trains on Eastern railways and well connected with Orissa, West
Bengal, and Delhi.
Road
Well connected with the capital Ranchi through NH-33. Through Ranchi it
is also connected with other parts of Bihar & Bengal.
Frequent public transport is available to & fro between Ranchi-TATA.
Night service deluxe buses are available for Patna.
Kolkatta is approx 300 Km from TATA and buses are available through out
the day for this place.
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Attractions
JUBILEE PARK
Location
2 Km from City Center
Identity
Over 225 acres of lush green Parks dotted with flowerbeds and illuminated
fountains, was presented by the Steel Company to the citizens of Jamshedpur
in its Golden Jubilee Year.
Connectivity
Well connected with every part of city.
Amenities
Food & snack stalls are available inside the spot.
Sheds and benches are installed at various places inside the spot for the
visitors to enjoy.
A small lake with fountain is major attraction point for the visitors. Lighting at
night is memorable episode.
TATA STEEL ZOOLOGICAL PARK
A variety of fauna exists in conditions close to their natural habitat at the park. The
adjoining lake, Jayanti Sarovar, offers boating facilities in idyllic scenery.
SIR DORABJI TATA PARK
Manicured lawns and flowerbeds and brilliantly lit fountains provide a delightful touch
of color to the park.
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RIVERS' MEET
The scenic confluence of the Kharkhai and Subarnarekha rivers is located at the
northwest tip of the city.
HUDCO LAKE
Nestled in the picture and hilly terrain of Telco colony, the lake is a delightful retreat
for those desirous of being in nature's lap within the city precincts.
DIMNA LAKE
Located at a distance of 13 kms from the city limits, at the foot of the Dalma Hills, its
salubrious surroundings are ideal for an outing or a picnic.
DALMA NATIONAL PARK
Location
Dalma is located at 10 km from Jamshedpur on NH 33.
This is located on border of Jharkhand, Orissa & west Bengal.
Identity
This forest reserve has a spread of 193.2 Km in between East & West
Singhbhum.
The terrain is undulating and densely covered by forest, which ranges from moist
deciduous to evergreen.
The sanctuary has been recently converted as first Elephant National Park.
There wont be any restricted area in this fall and tourists can enjoy the whole
park.
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Presently the Elephant Park extends over an area of 193.2 sq. km. This area is
divided into zones namely:
Core Zone-- 59.4 Sq. Km
Buffer Zone132.2 Sq. Km
Traditional Use Zone123.33 Sq. Km
Tourism Zone (Overlapping)13.94 Sq. Km
The park is very rich in mammalian population. Major one are Elephant, Beer,
Giant Squirrel, Pangolin etc.
Connectivity
Well connected with NH 33 (Ranchi-Jamshedpur)
Buses are frequently operational for Ranchi-Jamshedpur. For 3 Km approach
road visitors have to get down to foot or in season cycle/auto rickshaws are
available for them.
Nearest Railway station is Jamshedpur major center for trains from South
Eastern Railway. It is a major halt on Howrah-Mumbai Route. Trains from West
Bengal as well as other parts of India are operational.
Air connectivity is through Ranchi (140 km) only.
Amenities
This sanctuary has been developed to accommodate day as well as overnight

visitors. It has furnished Forest Bungalow that can accommodate 25 persons
and 2 dormitories of total 30 beds.
For more adventurous, there is treetop guesthouse that is endowed with
energetic viewpoints.
A spacious restaurant caters adequately to the food requirement of visitors.
Elephant as well as Jeep Safari never fails to enthrall visitors who can move
among the sambhar, elephants, monkeys, barking deer, sloth bears, and
porcupines.
The steep slopes of Dalma are a trekker's delight.
Local guides of Forest Dept. are provided on request and availability.
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Photography is permitted after paying the required charges.

The important visitor sites will be;
(a) Tesri Nala and its watch tower
(b) Pindrabera FRH
(c) Barkabandh and its hideout
(d) Manjhla bandh and its watch tower
(e) Neechla bandh and its hideouts
(f) Bijlighati and its hideouts, waterfalls and its view points
(g) Dahubera
(h) Pharenga village
(i) Chharghar.
Some more details on various charges:
i)
Entry Fee Ticket

Entry fee/person
Maintenance fee/person Total Entry
(in Rs.)
(in Rs.)
fee/person (in Rs.)
Adult
Child
Adult
Child
Adult
Child
3.00
2..00
2..00
1.00
5.00
3.00
Entry fee will be revenue and will be deposited in state exchequer.
ii) Tourist Vehicle Fee:

a) Departmental
Fare/Person
Maintenance
Fee/Person
Adult Child
25.00 10.00
Guides
Total Fare/Person
fee/Person
Adult
Child
Adult Child Adult
Child
25.00
10.00
5.00
2.00
55.00
22.00
Vehicle fare forms the state revenue.
Maintenance fee is kept for maintenance of the tourism infrastructure, road
and routes, and guides fee is provided to the employed guides directly.
iii) Camera Fee
a)
Still camera fee Rs. 25
b)
Video camera fee Rs. 250/-
Limitations
Road connecting the spot with Daltenganj & Netarhat is narrow at times it is
tough for the heavy vehicles to pass.
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No amenities for nightlife as most of the tourist are overnight and they find
night boring without any attraction.
Public transport is not frequent for Daltenganj as well as Netarhat during off
peak season.
Forest erosion affects the flora & fauna of the Park in turn making the visits
uninteresting.
DASSAM FALL
Location
Approx. 40 km from Ranchi near Taimara village on Ranchi-Tata road.
Identity
The Kanchi River falls from the height of 144 ft. and makes a pretty scene.
Encircled with charming scenes this site is a natural hub of scenic beauty.
It is not a safe place to enjoy bathing as the stones are slippery and streams
are fast.
Connectivity
Well connected through road but public transport is not available for this
spot. Buses going towards Bundu cross through connecting highway.
Service road of approx. 10 Km connects this spot with the Highway.
No public transport is available for this service road.
Amenities
No amenities are available during the lean season but temporary stalls setup
during the winter season when traffic flow increases.
Limitation
Safety measures are not effective & appropriate at this spot and
occurrences of past are not favorable for new visitors.
Approach road is tar road and not well surfaced making the drive difficult.
Food & other amenities are not regularly available.
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SUN TEMPLE
Location
It is situated about 39 km. from Ranchi on Tata road in Bundu.
Figure 3.7: The Sun Temple

Connectivity
One may go there by daily services private Bus or Jeep from Khaddar bus stand.
All weather motorable roads up to the temple premises attract tourists in good
number.
Identity
There is a village near temple called Bundu.
There is a statue of a RATH attached with 18 wheels and 7 horses.
Sanskrit Vihar headed by Shri Ram Maroo (the managing director of Ranchi
Express) has built it.
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Amenities
Newly built Sun Temple captivates the tourist to behold it in placid and serene
surrounding leading to its celestial beauties.
There is a beautiful Dharamshala for the visitor to stay & enjoy in the vicinity of
temple.
There is a pond near the temple; visitors have a good time over there.
d) DEOGHAR
Area
2479 sq. Kms.
Identity:
Deoghar (Adobe of God) was formed after the reconstitution of Santhal Paragnas.
This place is an important center of Hindu Pilgrimage. Besides Edgar the other
towns in the district are Jasidih and Madhupur. The district has seven blocks - Edgar,
Karon, Madhupur, Mohanpur, Palojori, Sarath and Sarwan. Total population of
district is 933113.
Connectivity
Nearest airport is Gaya at Bihar; flights are operational for Delhi-KolkattaMumbai from this place. Commutation is also available from Ranchi airport.
The nearest Railway
Station is Baidyanath
Dham (Edgar), terminal
station of 7 kms branch
line originating from
Jasidih Jn. This is on
Howrah-Patna rail line
of Eastern Railway and
trains are operational for
all parts of nation.
Figure 3.8: The famous temples at Deoghar
Well connected by road with major cities like Ranchi (255 km), Calcutta (373 km),
Giridih (112 km), Patna (281 km) Dumka (67 km), Madhupur (57 km), Shimultala
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(53 km) etc. Long distance buses connect Baidyanath Dham with Bhagalpur,
Hazaribagh, Ranchi, Tatanagar, and Gaya etc.
For internal transport Unmetered Taxis, Scooters, Cycle Rickshaws are available.
Climate: Temperature:
Summer - 230 - 36.90

Winter 7.40 - 27.70
Best Season: October to February.
Attractions
BAIDYNATHDHAM
Location
In the heart of city Baidynath Dham is a very famous religious place of Hindu
religion.
Identity
This place is also known as Babadham. There is a famous temple of Lord Shiva
has Kamna Ling, on which holly JAL (water) is offered throughout the year
especially on the every Monday.
In Shravan month, lacs of devotees come on foot from all over India to offer the
holy water of river Ganga (Sultanganj about 100 km. far from Babadham).
Main mandir complex was built in 1516 and there are eleven temples in it. Other
mandir besides Baidynath dham are:
Laxmi Naryan Mandir
Parbati Mandir.
Kali Mandir.
Tara Mandir.
Surya Mandir.
Ganesh Mandir.
Saraswati Mandir
Bagla Mukhi Mandir.
Annapurna Mandir.
Anandu Bhairabi Mandir.
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Connectivity
Well connected with major parts of city. One can reach by train or by bus also.
Unmetered auto & cycle rickshaws are recurrently available form all parts of town.
Amenities
Varied accommodation options are offered to the tourists. Star & Budget hotels
are operational in town. In addition BSTDC tourist bungalow is available for
another option.
Exotic range of food & other snacks are available at multi cuisine restaurants.
All medium of Communication exists in the vicinity of town.
Shopping centers like Bihar State Handloom Emporium, Santhal Parganas
Gramoudyog Samittee, and Santhal Pargana Khadi Gramoudyog Bhavan are
available at economical price for the tourists.
A pond is built approx 200 meters from the temple named Shivganga; devotees
take bath before offering prayer to Lord Shiva.
Limitations
Entrance of the temple is through narrow lanes that are already crowded with
stalls.
Shopkeepers & hawkers harass the visitors.
Priests & local guides make money by cheating the tourists. Most of the foreign
tourists have faced this awkward situation in the temple complex.
Sale of illegal drugs has flourished in Edgar, at times religious visitors had to
face problems in the markets.
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YOGA ASHRAM
Location
It is 7 km from Baidyanath Dham railway station.
Identity
Guruji Paramansha Swami Satyananda Saraswati built yoga Ashram in 1989.
Ashram committee controls the Ashram with his disciples are from all over the
world.
Ashram committee organizes meditation classes every day.
Great Milan meal is held in December every year. Thousands of foreign disciples
come here to attend the mela. Local inhabitants also come here and enjoy this
mela.
Every year the mela committee gives foods cloths to the poor people.
Amenities
A building was constructed near the ashram by the Jharkhand tourism for the
foreign tourist.
The ashram committee provides food & other articles to the visitors.
Scenic & natural exquisites are in abundance at this ashram.
Connectivity
Well connected with all parts of city, Unmetered auto & cycle rickshaws are
recurrently available form all parts of town.
Limitations
Foreigner visits yoga ashram only besides this they occasionally opt for other
spots in State. They are keen to know more about the cultural & heritage of
Jharkhand but lack of information and hype of social problems limits their
expectations.
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SATSANGHA ASHRAM
Location
It is 2 km from Baidynath Dham mandir.
Connectivity
There is a railway halt inside the ashram and local trains halts at this place.
Public transport is available for the ashram.
Identity
Spread in approx 7 acre of land the ashram is most respected place in the
pilgrimage city of Edgar.
Sri Thakur Anukul Chandra established this ashram on 1st September 1946.
Presently varied institutions are operational in Ashram and have more than 2000
branches across the world.
Satsangha computer center: With the support of Barda computer
networking institute.
Ananda Bazaar: A religious restaurant where every day thousands of
people take on their meal free of cost. lakhs of people visit this place to
celebrate their Utsav twice in a year; at that time Ananda Bazaar takes
care of their food and lodging.
Satsangha Vesajauddan: Rare species of tree collected from various part
of the world are planted here. There is a biological lab for conducting
nature related research.
Satsangha water supply department: This controls water distribution all
over the Satsangha Nagar through pump & from Daroa River.
Beside all these Satsangha Engineering Works, Satsangha, Carpentry,

Satsangha electricity supply, Satsangha Hospital (60 Bed), Zoo and a
playground is also there.
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NAV DURGA MANDIR
Location:
Nav Durga Mandir is 2 km from Baidyanath Dham railway station.
Identity
The temple is also known as Debsangha. Param Gyanee Swami
Narendranath Brahmachari built this temple.
Shrine Nabadurga Murti is the highly regarded and popular attraction for the
visitors.
Every year in Durga Puja Mandir committee arrange puja of Nabadurga. Lakhs
of pilgrimage visit the temple during this period.
Nav Durga Mandir Committee performs varied social work. They have built a
school, dispensary to serve the poor people ever year in Durga Puja they
arrange food and cloth to distribute them to poor at free of cost.
Visitors are not only from India but international tourist also take out their time to
visit this temple.
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NANDAN PAHAR
Figure 3.9: A Famous Recreation Park

Location
Nandan Pahar is 3 km away from Baidyanath Dham railway station.
Identity
Temple of Lord Shiva, Devi Parvati, Lord Ganesh and Kartik are situated at the
hilltop.
View of sunrise & sunset from hilltop is panoramic.
Water tanks at hilltop supply drinking water to Edgar and this is connected to
Darowa River.
A children park is built near the hill, this is perceived as real park by the tourists.
Rides at the park excite the children visiting there.
Food & other amenities are available at the spot.
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TAPOBAN
Location:
Tapoban is 10 km from Baidyanath Dham railway station.
Identity
Ancient days saints resided here and devoted their life on Sadhana of Load
Mahadev.
Temple of Lord Mahadev & Sulkunda is situated inside the campus. Adage is
that Dharsan and bathing of Sulkunda cover the sin performed by him.
Height is about 700 feet with total surrounding area about 6km.Village
surrounding it Krishnadehi, Jammua, Simlapok, Narchi, Chirdhuniya, Dhakuri.
Mata Sita use to take bath at this Sulkunda.
Maharashi Balanda Bramhachari established the Ashram and got Siddhi.
Balananda Swami built Mandir with the help of Laxmi (Riyasat Maharani).
Lord Hanuman temple is situated at hilltop.
Food & Snacks stalls are operational within the area; some stalls selling puja
articles are also sold in proximity of Temples.
Limitations
There is single route to go to mandir, that also narrow and un-surfaced.
Other way to reach the top is through rock climbing & that involves risk on
visitors part.
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RAMAKRISHNA MISSION
Location
It is one and half kilometers from Edgar station.
Identity
It was established in 1922 with an area of 7 Bigha.
There are two large playgrounds and an exquisite garden.
Mandir is decorated with the photo of Ramakrishna paramhans, Saroda ma &
Vivekananda.
Dr. A.K. Kidwai in 1996, the former Governor of Bihar, inaugurated a bronze
statue of Swami Vivekananda.
The ashram provides livelihood to hundreds of local inhabitants through its
various activities. The activities are as follows:
Daily worship conducted in the temple of Sri Ramakrishna.
A residential Senior Secondary school, affiliated to the CBSE New Delhi.
Library one each in secondary and senior secondary section.
i)
Free study coaching unit (academic and vocational) for schedule

cast and schedule tribes, Backward class children from class I to
Class X who are supplied with books, dresses etc.
ii)
Inter-institutional competition, Seminars for school and college

students.
iii)
Periodical seminar for Teacher of different institutions.
iv)
Publications
v)
Propagation of the idea and ideals of Ramakrishna Vivekananda.
vi)
Computer Education Unit
Charitable allopathic and Homeopathic dispensary with diagnostic

facilities like X-Ray, E.C.G., Pathological investigation (computerized),
Dental treatment etc.
One Tribal Museum
Modern Dairy
TRIKUT PARBAT
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Location
Trikut Parbat is 18 km from Edgar railway station.
Identity
Three peaks of these hills are named: one is Brahma second is Vishnu and the
third is Mahesh war.
Hills are spread in an area of 2110.28 acres and highest peak is 2470 feet.
There is a temple of Lord Maheshwar on the highest peak.
Top of the hills is plane and is called Sita Chatal. There is a fall in front of
Maharishi Dayananda Ashram named Guru Sidhu Fall. Siddha Baramachari
Bombom Baba built this fall.
Devi Durga temple was built in 1933. Every year Chaitra Durga Puja is organized
at this place. During this period local and outside Jharkhand people visit this
place to participate in puja.
NAVLAKHA MANDIR
Location:
Navlakha Mandir is 2km from Baidyanath Dham railway station.
Figure 3.10: The famous Navlakha Mandir
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Identity
Charusila Dasi constructed the temple in 1963. Ram Charusila Dasi was the wife
of Jatindra Gosh from the family of Pathuai ghat Kolkatta.
After death of her husband and son she came to Edgar and since then
permanently staying in Ashram of the Great Balananda Bramhamchari. The plan
of the Mandir was designed by Kalidas Ram another disciple of Balananda
Bramhachari.
Height of temple is 146 feet.
It is quite similar to the temple of Belurmath.
Statue of Radha Krishna is situated in the temple.
e) DHANBAD
Area - 2996 Sq. kms.
History
Dhanbad district came into formation in 1956. Earlier it was in Manbhum district.
The blocks in the district are: Baliapur, Dhanbad, Gobindpur, Jharia, Nirsa and
Tundi. The towns in the district are: Baliapur, Chandaur, Chirkunda, Dhanbad,
Gobindpur, Golphalbari, Jharia, Katras, Kumardhubi, Nirsa, Panchet and Sindri.
The total population is 2674650.
Connectivity
Good road connections all over the district. The Grand Trunk road runs
through the district.
Dhanbad is connected by Vayudoot Service with Patna and Ranchi that in
turn is connected by Indian Airlines services with Calcutta and Delhi.
The district also has a network of railway tracks. Dhanbad station is on the
main Calcutta-Delhi line. This is an important railway station on Eastern
Railway and is very well connected with Patna, Calcutta and other important
Cities in India.
Dhanbad is well connected by roads with important towns in Jharkhand.
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Industry
The district is highly industrialized. With availability of coal in abundance this is
the biggest source of income for the area. Fertilizer and Chemicals industry and a
Super phosphate factory are also there. The other important industries are
firebricks industries, glass industry, cement plants etc.
Infrastructure
Dhanbad is a hub for major idustrial activities in Jharkhand. Internal infrastructre
in the town is good and facilities are optimum for the visitors. Details of
accommodation is as below:
Hotel
Name
Location
Category
Hotel
Gulshan
Topchachi,
Dhanbad
Budget
CMDA Ban
Bungalow
GT Road,
Dhanbad
Tourist
Bungalow
200
Hotel
Skylark
Bank Morh
Dhanbad
Budget
48
930
Hotel VIP
Bank Morh
Dhanbad
Budget
14
700
Hotel Black Bank Morh

Rock
Dhanbad
Budget
44
Room
Strength
Tariff
Amenities
TV in
dinning
hall, Room
Service.
Generator,
Lift,
TV in
dinning
hall, Room
Service.
EPBAX,
Laundry,
Air &
railway
reservation
.
Generator,
Lift,
(Source: ORG - MARG Survey)
1095
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Attractions
MAITHON DAM
Location
52 km from Dhanbad, It is situated at the border of Jharkhand and West
Bengal.
Identity
The lake is spread in area of 65 km. Total dam area is 2km but main
portion (means log gate portion) is 1 km.
The Jawaharlal Nehru, Prime Minister of India, inaugurated it in 1949.
Maithon can also be termed as Mothers Adobe.
Deer Park & Bird sanctuary adds exquisite look to this spot.
It is on the Barakar River. Endless beauty of nature and construction of
Dam attracts people from all over the country.
This is the biggest reservoir in Damodar Valley Corporation and is famous
for its underground power station. This was first of its kind in South East
Asia.
Connectivity
Nearest railway station is Kumardulai (Jharkhand) 9 km away from dam.
Trains for West Bengal, Orissa are available frequently.
Public transport is not available frequently for this place but auto or private
taxi can be hired for the railway station.
Well connected through road with Aasansol (West Bengal) it is 25km;
Public transport is available frequently for this spot. Minibus charges are
INR 10 and private taxi charges INR 400.
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Amenities
Two Hotels are operational for the tourists, one from D.V.C. (Mazumdar
lodge) and other from West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation.
Boating facility at Millennium Park is also available for the tourist.
A hospital from D.V.C provides relief to local inhabitants as well as
visitors.
Canteen is available for Food & snacks for visitors.
Limitations
Telecommunication facility is not good.
Parking space is not sufficient for the number of vehicles visiting that spot.
Public transport is not available frequently for this spot from connecting
points.
TOPCHACHI FALL
Location
35 km from Botarned Bus stand of Dhanbad.
Figure 3.11: The Serene Settings beside the Damodar
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Identity
British Authorities has excavated the Lake in 1924.
The British made a Ban Bungalow in1918 for staying of engineers who
supervise the work of lake.
Area of the lake is about 7 km and is covered by tar road. A dam is
built on the lake to supply the water to Dhanbad, Katrar, and Jhariya.
The scenic beauty and hillside view of the lake is incomparable and
major attraction for the visitors.
Wild animals like cheetah, deer, elephant and many others visit the
lake during night. This attracts the adventure as well as wild life tourists
to the spot.
Amenities:
Two bungalows are there for the tourists one of BSTDC and another is
private.
Restaurants are available in surrounding proximity of the lake. Tourists
enjoy the beauty of lake while enjoying food in restaurants.
The local authority facilitates photography.
Varied medium of communication is available at the spot.
Limitations
Visitors are skeptical regarding the safety arrangement by local
authorities from Naxals.
Due to poor maintenance of the spot migratory birds and other wild
animals are not arriving as earlier.
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PARNASNATH HILLS
Location
Its approx. 190 Km from Ranchi in Giridih district.
Connectivity
Road connection is through either Chas/Dhanbad/Rajabhita or
Hazaribagh/Bagodar. Buses are available for both route from Ranchi
as well as local points.
Rail connectivity through Dhanbad as well as Ranchi.
Air route is through Ranchi.
Identity
There is a Jain temple on hilltop and is a pilgrimage for Jain community.
It is said that 23rd Jain Tirthankara Praswanath, attended nirvana over
here.
Height of the hill is 1335 meter. Panoramic view from Hilltop is beyond
any comparison.
Amenities
Food stalls stocking ready to eat stuff are available at the hilltop.
Guides are available for the tourists.
Limitations
Transport is major impediment as very less public vehicles are available
from the connecting points.
Local authorities do not facilitate photography.
Accommodation is not available at the hilltop as well as near the Hill.
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VAITINDA FALLS
Location
One of the most ancient falls in West Jhariya, it is about 20 km from Dhanbad
Connectivity
Regular public transport is available till Putki 10 km from Dhanbad. But no
means is available from Putki-Vaitinda (10 Km).
Figure 3.12 : The Majestic Vatinda Falls

Identity
This falls situated on Vaitinda River.
Height of the falls is 350ft. meter from the ground level.
Temple of Lord Shiva is built on the top of the falls. Front side of the falls is
Tatangabad and the backside is Vardhao village.
On the way of Putki-Vatinda there is a coalmine named Munide of Central
Coalfields Limited.
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Amenities
No accommodation facility is available at the fall
Local inhabitants are dependent of the coalmine and for their livelihood.
Peak time for visitors is Dec-Jan as they come for picnic as well as to enjoy the
spot.
Limitations
Putki-Vatinda falls 10km road is fully damage & narrow.
PANCHET DAM
Location:
Constructed on Damodar River, it is 32km from Kumardumbhi and 45km from
Asansol.
Identity
This dam is similar to Maithon Dam and situated on the Border of West Bengal
and Jharkhand.
Jawaharlal Nehru inaugurated it in 1949.
Total dam area 1.5km and the main portion (i.e. gate portion) is km. No. of
gates are six.
Beauty of the lake and small tilas are the main attraction.
A Hydel station is constructed against the background of Panchet Hill in the
eastern side of the Dam.
Amenities
Accommodation not available in proximity of the Dam.
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Limitations
Shops of food & other article are not available.
No. S.T.D., the local authorities provide I.S.D. facility.
Parking is not sufficient.
Conveyance is not available after the sunset.
Guide & Photography facility is not available.
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f)
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Saranda
Location
It is located in the West Singbhum District in the State.
Identity
Unspoilt world, where nature reigns supreme.
In Ho Language it means Land of 700 Hills.
Exciting and colourful flora and fauna present.
Sal is the most dominating tree species. Rare herbs, shrubs also
feature amongst the floral species.
Mammals, Birds and Reptiles feature amongst the fauna.
Has a wonderful array of Natural Resources (Kiriburu Thalkobad
Ligirda Swamp Toybo Falls Loyalls View) as well as Spiritual
Delights (the likes of Sameej Ashram Mahadev Sal Maa Giri
Rajeshwari)
Connectivity
It is well accessible from Delhi, Mumbai, Puri and Kolkata
Accessible from Jamshedpur and Ranchi.
One has to move towards Chaibasa (60 Kms from Jamshedpur and
140 Kms from Ranchi) and travel 80 Kms (enroute Jhinkpani
Hatgamariya Badajamda Baraiburu - Kiriburu)
Amenities
One can have a birds eye view of the entire forest from Kiriburu.
One can avail accommodation at the Sail Guest House at the aforesaid
spot.
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CHAPTER - 4
TOURISM PERSPECTIVE PLAN & IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
4.1.0
AREAS & ASPECTS
4.1.1
In Jharkhand the tourism development should be focused and

concentrated on certain areas and aspects that have to be reviewed
from time to time.
A)
DEVELOPMENT OF BASIC INFRASTRUCTURE

Being key driver of economy and society, this holds control of every
other facility and developmental schemes. Lack of operational
infrastructure makes a negative impact on the visitor experience; in
turn they spread a negative word of mouth. Ultimately this limits the
steady inflow of visitors.
DEVELOPMENT OF ROAD
National Highways
-
All the 4 National Highways crossing through state

regions require complete rehauling in terms of width and
surface.
Total length of National Highways is not proportionate of

the national average. To add to this, Northeastern &
Northwestern parts of the state does not host any
National Highway.
Grand Trunk road passing through Dhanbad is filled with

holes & breakage at various places. Repair should be
done after a proper survey.
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Ranchi Jamshedpur Highway
This is among most developed highways in Jharkhand.

Traffic is highest on this route due to attractions like
Dassam
fall,
Jamshedpur
Sun
being
Temple,
the
Dalma
industrial
National
capital
of
Park.
state
promulgates more business visits. Two more lanes

should be added to the existing lanes in order to
accommodate the traffic.
Ranchi-Hazaribagh Highway
-
This envelops highest number of tourist spots in its lap

and since it is connected with Ranchi - Patna route,
controls major traffic volume. Highway crossing through
this
place
doesn't
have
divider
and
leveling
is
questionable.
Daltanganj- Betla- Netarhat Highway
-
This is complete single lane highway for 145-Km drive.

Surface of the road is satisfactory but the width remains a
major drawback. This route hosts highest number of
traffic influx, thus an urgent attention is must from the
authorities.
Ranchi - Netarhat Highway

-
Connectivity is major drawback of this route as no

National highway is available for the tourists. Complete
route is through single lane highway for 165-Km drive.
Surface of the road is satisfactory till Lohardaga. After
that the route is horrible for the visitors. On an average
bus takes 90 minutes to cross a valley stretch of 22 Km.
Driving is very risky & makes the visitors scared by the
cuts during drive. Rest all is done by the Bauxite loaded
trucks passing through same valley. Approach road width
is just 10 ft.
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Approach road to Hundru, Panchgagh, Lodh Falls

-
All these are attractive recreational spots but only groups

can visit these spots economically because no transport
is available on the approach roads. Distances are so
apart that no one can think off going through foot. In
addition, condition of the road puts a question mark on
the experience of the visitors. This hurdle should be
conquered prior to any other activity.
Tilaiya is well connected with NH 2 as well as NH 33 both

the Highways hold good traffic and thus badly requires to
be strengthened. This is double bone road. Only approx.
500 buses travel through this daily.
NH 23 is in a slightly better position than that of the

others in Jharkhand because minerals are routed through
this route. Most of the mining companies contribute to the
surfacing and leveling of these.
Connecting road to Hundru for 22km is just 2m wide and

single lane. Vehicles can operate both ways, for 2-3km
the Kaccha road is completely broken. (SH-58)
Jonah is 5km from state highway, connecting NH 32 to

West Bengal. Condition of service road is questionable
and requires urgent repair.
Same condition exists with Panchgagh and Dassam,

where no public transport operates mainly due to bad
condition of the connecting roads. Transport is available
on the main road for another connecting city only.
City roads connecting various local spots like Jagnnath

Mandir, Tagore hill, are not in a condition to absorb
voluminous traffic inflow. Driving is an herculean exercise
for the tourists.
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AIR TRANSPORT
-
Ranchi is the only airport that hosts single Indian Airlines

flight that is routed through Mumbai-Delhi-Patna-Ranchi.
Each halt is for at least 30 minutes and takes that much
time to land & fly. So travel period is multiplied with
respect to the actual time required making the trip.
Fare is also fixed; as per the route i.e. a tourist coming

from Delhi-Patna has to pay the fare for the route fare of
Delhi-Ranchi-Patna. Fare should be fixed on destinations
and no hopping fare should be charged to the visitors.
Jamshedpur can be developed into a full - fledged airport.
RAIL TRANSPORT
-
The land is undulating, this makes the laying of rail

network a tough task. Still government is carrying on with
Projects that will spread the rail network for more
coverage. Ranchi, the capital of the state is well
connected with SE railways and hosts some 10 trains
from WB and Delhi mainly.
Rail connection is available for limited towns namely

Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, Bokaro, Daltenganj.
Number of trains are also not sufficient to absorb the
traffic. This makes the trip horrible for the tourists. They
have to plan in advance and get their seats reserved at
least 30 days in advance.
Train takes much more time than required due to

improper route for the trains.
Single train is available for South India from Bokaro

where as inhabitants proportion is quite high compare to
this. Visitors are also from Chennai, Kerala, hence, more
trains should be planned for South as well as western
part of India.
Daltenganj is connected through Eastern Railways

Mugalsarai and Varanasi. The connection is of meter
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gauge and holds local trains for Dehri-on-sone. There are

2 Express and 3 Passenger Trains from Daltanganj Debri. One passenger train goes to Mugalsarai. Timings
are in the morning at Mugalsarai and reaches in evening.
It is
Mugalsarai- Daltenganj
(8am 4pm)
Daltenganj Mugalsarai
(8am4pm)
Takes approximately 8 hours for a distance of 300-km

(approx.)
ACCESSIBILITY TO POWER
Spread of supply of electricity

-
During the primary survey it was found that most of the

spots do not have any power connection. Almost 90% of
the spots are without an electricity connection, despite
power projects being established in the vicinity of that
spot. Efforts should be made to complete the connection
part as early as possible.
Electricity is a must for human life in the modern times,

when the production is in house. State government
should plan the steps in order to improve the spreadth as
well as connectivity.
During our primary survey it was identified that very less

highways have any streetlights on them. Driving is risky in
the night but still vechiles are operational, this creates a
negative impact on the mind of tourists. Streetlights
should be installed and proper maintenance should be
carried out for long-term usage.
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Hundru (Ranchi)
-
This fall is a major excursion in and around the state

capital and non-availability of power at this spot is an
impediment in the traffic flow. Hundru is the best example
of Chirag Tale Andehra as its hosts two power plant of
64 kW.
Daltenganj-Betla-Netarhat
-
Major spot on this circuit are not connected with electricity.

This creates a negative impact in the minds of overnight
stayers. Tourists opt to complete the trip during the day
only, otherwise escape it in spite of a strong desire to see
the spot.
Dhanbad
-
Highest number of power plants is installed in the

proximity of this district.
Still power is not available
regularly to the inhabitants. This creates a more negative

impact on the visitors.
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ENHANCEMENT OF COMMUNICATION
-
This
requires
complete
changeover
since
communications have become a very integral part of day

to day activties. This segment needs to be given high
importance in the state of Jharkhand, since the system is
in a very bad shape. In an era when the globe is shrinking,
due to fast and effective communication, if one cant
establish a contact with nearest town, then its a bane for
that place.
-
Availability of communication kiosks is a major limitation

for any tourist spot as all the tourists, in these days want
to remain in touch with their near & dear ones. During the
primary survey very few spots were identified that have
any STD facility in their proximity. Most attractive wild life
spot, Betla National Park doesn't have any public booth
nearby. Tourist has to travel to Daltenganj (26 Km) in
order to access any STD facility.
None of the accommodation facility near spots lamented

has cable connectivity in this jet age. As a result tourists
find themselves completely cut off from the external world
at these places.
Hundru / Jonah and other falls do not have any

communication kiosks despite its proximity to state capital.
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Jharkhand has most natural spots and they are situated

either in forest area or on a hill-top. Both places have
difficult connectivity. Old system of connectivity through
wire or any other physical medium wont be feasible, as
unutilized portion of the cable would be much larger than
the portion utilized.
Advent of wireless techniques has thrown opportunity to

utilize this medium for commercial development. This
requires one time investment but generates recurring
return to state exchequer.
No STD and other facility at Netarhat /Topchnachi Lake

/Maithon Dam /Parasnath Hill.
OTHER AMENITIES THAT REQUIRE UPGRADATION

-
Basic amenities like sanitation, drinking water, parking

place etc are scarce in almost 75% the spots. Due to
proximity with nature, sanitation is at times easy but
drinking water scarcity was badly felt at these spots.
Most of the spots are recreational and tourists visit this

place to spend their time in leisure but they have to face
tough time for parking the vehicles. All these seem to be
minor gaps but impact is very bad on the repeat visit as
well as reference visit at the spot.
Food stalls are not hygienic and have cleanliness as a

major limitation. Most of them don't have proper storage
facility and cycle time is at least 3-5 days because market
is distant and buying the goods on a regular basis is
tough for the vendor. Steps should be taken to tackle this
amicably.
Stairs at the waterfalls are ill managed and are

dangerous for the visitors. They don't have any support to
hold the person as well as no surfacing is done.
B)
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AUGMENTATION FACILITIES AT TOURISM CIRCUITS & SPOTS

Daltenganj-Betla-Lodh-Netarhat
This circuit doesnt host any NH only single state highway is
available for transportation.
Netarhat is not connected with any state highway just a single road
connects Netarhat with Mahuadandh as well as Ghaghri down the
valley. (SH 55 for 22Km).
Condition of road can be understood by this fact only that no NH
passes through north Jharkhand. Daltenganj, Netarhat, Lohardaga.
Latehar, Kani, Mandar all places are connected through State
Highway only.
Width of State Highway is approximately 3-4 meters all over the
route and surface condition is very poor. Pitfalls pop-up if any rain
is there in the area.
No road is available from Mahuadandh to Lodh fall (18 km).
Daltenganj-Betla (25Km) State Highway road has more nos. of
pitfalls than plain portion. Surfaced with Charcoal this road depicts
the maintenance efforts put on by state government.
State Highways on Betla- Mahudandh should be refurbished in
order to develop Lodh Falls as a major attraction point. Nonavailability of rail leaves road, as only medium of commutation.
All the major tourist attractions are lying in proximity of NH 2 and
NH 33 so both these should be refurbished on war footing.
Deogarh is well connected through rail, only very few people opt for
road route for this place.
Road connectivity is available through WB but not through Ranchi
or northern part of Jharkhand. Local roads are available from
Maheshmund - Madhupur (Connecting Point) and from MadhupurDeogarh State Highway is available.
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No internal transport is available Netarhat to visit local sights. All

the sights are in radius of 5-7km. So cycle rickshaw or autos can
manage this distance.
Guide facility is not available their at Betla or at Netarhat so visitors

are unable to make most of their trip. This is most important factor
to promote this circuit steps should be taken immediately to
authorize some local entrepreneurs to take on this assignment.
Some of them had shown their interest during primary survey.
Ranchi-Hazaribagh-Tilaiya
This circuit holds multifaceted spots, thus attracts diverse tourists

also. Base town for this circuit is Ranchi where all the facilities are
available to the tourists. They require guidance in the itinerary and
amenities available at various spot. No authorize tour operator is
available for them.
Sulpharni Dam, Hazaribagh Sanctuary connections are not through
Public transport and private vehicles are costly for individuals. This
is a major limitation causing de growth of tourists. Individuals/small
group visitors can't afford the taxis, so non-one/two public vehicle
should be operated from Hazaribagh. If they are not able to get the
tourist in good number.
Photography is banned at some spots Tilaiya Dam, Sulpharni Dam
etc. So the tourists are not able to capture the picturistic beauty of
nature.
Hazaribagh is 130 km and Tilaiya 200 km from Ranchi. No good
budget hotels are available for the tourists. Night driving is not
possible in Jharkhand, so tourists have to plan accordingly. Driving
is not possible for more than 300km so tourists are skeptical in
visiting all spots.
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Available public transport system is largely lethargic and takes

excess time than required in order to reach the destination. Buses
are old and damaged, seats are dirty, loading more no. of people
than adjustable. For 130 km (Ranchi-Hazaribagh) bus takes 4-5
hours. All this makes the journey horrible be planned. For this
circuit, bus that departs from Ranchi in the early morning and
departs from Tilaiya after sunset.
Hazaribagh is major connecting point of Ranchi-Patna route.
Quality and other amenities are negligible in the city. Visitors aren't
able to enjoy their trip. So some food joint can be planned through
private participation.Besides the tourist spots Hazaribagh is famous
for its police academy and forest areas. Some cultural programs
and folk dances should be organized to motivate the visitor for
overnight stay. This will have favorable impact on state exchequer.
No public transport is available.
Ranchi
Conveyance means are not frequently available to various spots in

the city either they are available till some distance before the spot
or one has to two more than one stop to reach the spot.
Public transport is not available for Angara- Hundru (12Km),
Amrudbagan-Jonha (4km), Dasam (10km), so private taxi has to
be booked to visit these sports. This medium is costly for
individuals (small group) hence shuttle service should be planned
through private participation. This service should be operational
through out the day and visitors should be informed regarding their
schedule.
Good number of restaurants are available for the tourist in capital.
Most of them are multi cuisine and semi + premium. Some more
food joints should be opened in outer range of city or in approach
road to Khunti, Bundu.
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Drinking water, sanitation, food is not available at the falls in and

around Ranchi. The visitors find it awkward to opt into the open
area. Some portable instruments should be installed at these spots.
Rock garden is the most visited spot in vicinity of Ranchi town.
Visitors are mainly local inhabitants and business visitors, who
wish to enjoy their time in natural beauty. There is a lake at one
corner of park, where boating can be provided for the tourists to
spend more time at the spot. In addition more traffic in night.
Lighting and foundation should be planned to add attraction.
Nearby Rock garden, a fresh aquarium is another major attraction
point for the tourists. They visit this place in the evening and opt for
dinner at the multi cuisine restaurant inside the aquarium. Variants
of fish is good still if some more variants can be kept inside it will
excite the visitors. Lighting should be more decorative because
inflow is high during night.
Archeological department has taken over Jagnnath temple for
restoration and rejuvenation. The spot is as similar to Puri Mandir.
Approx. 90% of tourist in Jharkhand are from W.B and Orissa, so
they definitely plan a trip to this temple. State government should
take initiative in developing more amenities like sheds for rest,
cafeterias, parking place etc.
There are approximately 10 spots of tourist interest in Ranchi city.
Almost every tourist plan to visit all there but lack of transport
system is an major impediment. RTVs can be planned through
good hotels/tour operator for city tours so, that every visitor can
have a option to plan his trip.
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Since formation of Jharkhand, inflow of business and other

categories of visitors has increased considerably. They are not only
from W.B but from other parts of India as well. They wish to know
more about this site and plan to visit few spots. But lack of
guidance hinder their expectations to a great extent. No authorized
tour operator is present in Ranchi city. None of the Hotels have any
handbook of the tourist spots and its connectivity alongwith
available transport or 4-5 tour operators should be authorized to
promote tourism.
Ranchi-Bundu-Jamshedpur
Most well connected circuit in the state with NH 33 connecting

most of the spots from origin to destination. Buses are frequently
available to and fro in this circuit. Both Ranchi and Jamshedpur
are most developed city in the state, so tourists have to
connivance to opt for base at any of these. Mid way refreshments
are available but still requires major improvements in terms of
quality and hygiene.
Jamshedpur is another active connecting station in Jharkhand.
This is an industrial belt and hosts the TATAs. This is well
connected with Bhubaneswar (10 hours journey), Kolkata (4 hours
Journey), Patna (2 trains daily). Besides these there are few
weekly trains for Chennai and Delhi.
This circuit is not known to the tourist as they either opt for Ranchi
or Jamshedpur. Jamshedpur has its own significance due to
TATAs. It is perceived as Tata town only. State government with
convergence of Dalma Sanctuary into Elephant Park, many
adventurous and wild life tourists are projected to visit this spot.
They will definitely plan to visit surrounding spots also. So
approach road to other spots should be repaired and transport
facility should be installed in order to push them.
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Dassam Fall is hyped as most dangerous spot among all falls in

Ranchi. Incidence in past strengthen this perception of tourists.
State government should make same safety measures like
boundary at the bottom of fall and bathing space at the spot.
Approach road from Taimara-Dasam is in a very bad shape
corrective measure should be taken in this concern.
Availability of refreshments is major impediments at most of the
spots in this circuit. Careerists should be installed near all spots.
Private participation should be invited in order to participate so to
both way developments.
Being in inception stage this circuit requires support to grow.
Some soap for development can be JTDC Bunglow at Dalma or
Dimna lake. Safari to Elephant Park, JTDC midway cafeteria,
Deluxe buses for the circuit etc.
Deoghar
As a standalone point this city is well connected by Delhi-Howrah

main line. Trains are available frequently for major connecting
point outside Jharkhand.
For accommodation various budget hotels like Yatri Hotel,
Jagdamba Hotels are available to the tourist. In addition BSTDC
tourist bungalow is also available for the Tourists.
7-km road connects Deogarh with Jasidih and frequent public
transport is available both ways. Experiencing the traffic flow the
road should be widened so that it can adjust the increased traffic
load.
During primary survey it was identified that most of the tourists
were staying either in ashram or at any relative place. They said
that they were unable to locate any commercial place to stay
suitable for them. Deogarh- Jasidih connectivity is most active part
of city, some motels can be planned through building an
expressway. This will motivate the local people also to move out
and enjoy the food in natures lap.
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There are 9 spots in Deoghar of tourist interest and every tourist

coming to Deoghar stays at least for 2 nights and visits all these
places. Due to religious importance very few of them escape any
spot. There is no entertainment amenity during night; some
options should be formulated for the tourists. Cultural festivals can
be one catalyst to motivate the visitors.
During Shravan, lakhs of tourists visit Baidhyanath Dham. This is
most respected and prayed spot during that month, visitors travel
almost 100 km for Paying their homage to Lord Shiva. They carry
Ganga Jal from Sultanpur to Badiyananath Dham on their
shoulders. State government should develop some joints to serve
them and attracts other type of tourists. Crowd at entry gate of
Mandir depicts the faith view of this is memorable.
Dhanbad
Being mineral hub of Jharkhand, this city has attractions for tourist
also. Damodar river has created some reservoirs that holds
services as well as wild life beauty in itself. Tourists are mainly
from West Bengal & Orissa and visit this place for some business
objective. After working whole day in the city they plant to spend
evening more freely but lack of any good restaurant/Bar is an
impediment for the tourism industry. This should be developed so
that they enjoy their time over here.
Only Budget hotels are available for the tourists no start hotel is
there in the town. Business class visitors find it difficult and opt for
various guesthouses of Mines/Govt. Offices. Govt. should invite
private participation for development of this facility with room
strength of at least 60 rooms.
Besides scenic beauty at spots no other amenity for tourist.

Products should be formulated to attract more tourist i.e., boating,
binocular view of Sunrise and sunset.
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Dhanbad holds major significance for adventure/wildlife tourists.

Reservoir Maithan and Panchet are largest reservoir in the state
and support some large power projects. Guide facility and tour
packages should be planned to attract tourists.
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Tour Packages
No public conveyance is available for the tourists to visit spots in
this circuit neither from Ranchi nor from Daltenganj. Jeep can be
booked from Betla/Daltenganj for INR 1,000/- to visit the various
spots for whole day. This is economical for a group but no means
are available for the individual/2-3 people. Some options can be
depicted as:
Shuttle Service from Betla-Sugabandh- Lodh Fall

Netarhat. This will start by morning 8 am and reach
Sugabandh (69km) by 10 am then, after spending 1-2hrs
over there bus should move for Lodh fall (45km). There
they should spend 2-3 hrs and have lunch, after that they
should move to Netarhat (69km) and reach over to view
sunset at Mangolia point and then dropped to any tourist
lodge or any other hotel over there.
Similar shuttle can be planned from Neturhat also. The

shuttle coming from netarhat should stay overnight at
Betla and shuttle from betla can stay at Netarhat. The
same cycle can rotate subsequently.
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This option will require assistance from BSTDC tourist bungalows

since it was planned in consultation with them. This will cost each
tourists (in a group of 10) around INR 800 all-inclusive. The cost is
inclusive of food, accommodation, excursions, local sight seeing
and drop at exit destination. Break up is as below:
Daltenganj Betla
INR 200 (10 person)
Breakfast + Lunch (2 days)
INR 2000
Visit at Betla
INR 200
Jeep for trip
INR 3000 (two day)
Halting Charge
INR 150
Night Dinner
INR 1000
Folk Dance and Other excursions
INR 1000
Total Cost
INR 7650
Most of the spots lying in this circuit comes under Forest department,
so both the department should co-ordinate to crush major barrier i.e,
road connectivity. Road to Loadh and Netarhat is not at all compatible
for any vehicle. Till now only jeep is able to run on the unsurfaced
tracks. That why tourist are unable to arrange any private vehicle from
Ranchi or any other major city in state. Road to Lodhfall is nothing but
a trekking expedition for the tourists.
Mahuadand is a block that connects Lodh fall with of Netarhat

Road. This place has all the potential to be converted in to mid way
for this circuit. Some food joints and other article shops are
available over there. With support from govt. private parties are
interested to establish eating joints so the tourist can have their
food near by Lodh fall.
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Till date visitors inflow is through W.B. only but as Varanasi is just
300 km from Betla and June passenger trains are also operational
from Mughal Sarai-Daltenganj. This route should also be explored
to attract international tourists visiting Varanasi. Some tour
packages should be worked out to attract them.
Unexplored railway station is Barwadih (13 km from Betla) on main

line of SE railway. This can be developed as halt station for trains
destined to Daltenganj and then Jeep/MUV can pick up tourists
directly from the railway station.
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PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
1) URBAN HAAT AT RANCHI & JAMSHEDPUR
Introduction
It is proposed that an Urban Haat be built at Ranchi and
Jamshedpur. This modern concept would enable the actual
artisans in the respective regions to display their crafts to
the visitors. More precisely, the artisans shall get a platform
to exhibit their talent hitherto unknown to the world and the
domestic as well as foreign visitors shall get a chance to
visit an one - stop shop exhibiting rural handicrafts.
The
participating
crafts-persons/weavers
shall
sell
handicrafts/handloom products directly to the customers.

This shall provide adequate direct marketing facilities to the
crafts-persons/weavers and eliminate the involvement of
any middle agencies. Another feature of the haat is that
there shall be adequate stalls, selling authentic Indian
cuisines typical to various regions in the country by rotation.
The food and craft bazaar shall provide leisure and
recreational facilities for both Domestic and International
tourist in line with Dilli Haat, which has reached
International status in just three years of its existence.
Design Concept of the Haat
The Urban Haat shall be set up at a strategic location in
Ranchi and Jamshedpur in consultation with the local
authorities. The area should be developed providing the
ambience suited to such a haat, with the creation of green
belts in and around the haat. The haat should have
sufficient open spaces as well. The area of haat may vary,
depending upon availability of land. It may however not be
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less than 15000 sq. meters. The responsibility of providing

developed land shall vest on the state government.
The entire complex shall be designed in order to keep a
low profile in harmony with the surrounding environment
and stalls themselves shall be constructed in order to
reflect local culture.
The entire area shall be extensively landscaped in order to
provide a conducive environment for recreation and also for
leisure. The area shall be developed as a park, where
constructed area would be limited to around 10% of the
total area i.e. 1500 sq. meters. The courtyards in between
the shops shall be paved in stone, inter-spread with grass
to retain visual softness. A tentative layout of the Urban
Haat is provided in the Annexure.
A)
Museum cum Administrative Unit:- A museum and

an office cum meeting room of moderate size to cater
to the administrative requirement of the Haat.
B)
Handicraft Stalls:- It is proposed that the shops/stalls

shall be set up on platforms, which would act as a link
in the Haat Design. It is planned to have 40 to 50
stalls, where the crafts-person/weavers shall sell their
crafted items directly to the buyers. The stalls shall be
provided to the artisans on a rotational basis for fifteen
days on nominal charges per day.
C)
Amphitheatre - The complex shall also have tensile

structures for cultural programmes, performing arts,
exhibitions etc.
D)
Food Stalls:- The food side of the Haat will have

properly serviced 5-7 stalls with counters and space to
accommodate kitchen equipments and with eating
space for the visitors.
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Proposed Floor Area:- The proposed floor area of various

buildings in each of the proposed Haats would be as shown in
the Table below.
Table 4.1: Proposed Floor Area of the Buildings

Name of Building
Area (Sq. Mtrs.)
Museum cum Administrative Unit

Handicraft Stalls
Amphitheatre
Food Stalls
Total
450
600
300
150
1500
Administration of the Haat

It is essential that the Urban Haat should be professionally
managed and sufficient technical staff be provided for its smooth
and efficient functioning.
The following positions are suggested
a)
Manager
b)
Dy. Manager
c)
5 Utility Workers
d)
1 Accountant / Asstt.
e)
1 Electrician / Maintenance Asstt.
f)
1 Security Officer
g)
6 Security Guards
h)
1 Typist
i)
1 Peon
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Management Committee of the Haat

The overall responsibility for successful functioning of the Urban
Haat
will
be
of
the
"Management
Committee"
whose
composition will be as shown in the figure below. Management

Committee shall be responsible for policy formulation, overall
control and functioning of the haat.
Handloom/Handicraft,
CHAIRMAN
Fig 4.1: ManagementSecretary,
Committee
of the Urban Haat Govt. of Jharkhand
Secretary (Tourism), Govt. of Jharkhand
It is proposed that a modern concept of rural products produced
Director, Handlooms/Handicraft, Jharkhand
by actual artisans be displayed as well as artisans get a platform
Representative of Finance Deptt. of Jharkhand
MEMBERS
and the visitors from different parts get on one stop shop of rural
Nominee of DC(Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles
handicrafts.
4 Nominated Eminent people in the field of
Handicrafts/Handloom
Cost Estimates of the Urban Haat
The different cost parameters of the project as understood from
the industry experts, for each Urban Haat are as indicated under
the different heads as shown below:Development of Site
Total Area 15000 sq. m
Development Cost - @ Rs 133 / sq. m
Total Cost Approximately Rs. 20,00,000
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Civil Cost The civil cost to be incurred in order to develop the

different units of the proposed Urban Haat.
Table 4.2: Tentative Cost of construction of the Buildings

Parameters
Museum cum
Administrative Unit
Handicraft Stalls
Amphitheatre
Food Stalls
Road Development
Green Belt Development
Total
Area
Total Cost
(in
(in Rs.)
Sq.m.)
450
1935000
600
300
150
4000
967500
1612500
322500
100000
480000
5417500
Preliminary Expenditures The tentative preliminary expenses of

the aforesaid project and its tentative break ups are as shown in the
Table below:-
Table 4.3: Tentative Preliminary Expenses

Parameters
Technical Consultants Fees

Other Preliminary & Pre-Operative
Expenses
Sub Total
Tentative
Cost
(in Rs.)
250000
450000
700000
Equipment Cost The tentative cost for the different equipments

that would be required at the Urban Haat are as shown in the Table
below.
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Table 4.4: Tentative Cost of Equipments

Parameters
Cost
(In Rs.)
1200000
900000
1900000
400000
4400000
Sanitary and Water Supply

Electricals
Plant and Machinery Cost
Furniture and Fixtures
Sub Total
Operating
Expenses The tentative annual operating
expenses would be in the tune as shown in the Table below.

Table 4.5: Tentative Cost of Operations
Parameters
Employee Remuneration
Other Expenditures
Sub Total
Cost
(in Rs.)
410000
90000
500000
Total Cost The total cost of the Urban Haat project, based on
the estimates above are as shown in the Table below
Table 4.6: Tentative Total Initial Expenditure

Parameters
Sub Total Land Development
Sub Total Civil Cost
Sub Total Preliminary Expenses
Sub Total Equipment Cost
Total Expenditures
Contingencies (10%)
Total
Cost
(in Rs.)
2000000
5417500
700000
4400000
12517500
1251750
13769250
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Means of Finance
The capital cost of the project, which is expected to be in the

tune of Rs. 103 lakhs, is proposed to be financed, as shown
herein:
Ministry of Textile (70%)

State Govt. (15%)
Entrepreneur's Contribution (15%)
Besides the above mentioned sources, a lump sum grant of Rs.

10 lakh in the first year and Rs. 5 lakh in the second year is
allowed from Govt. of India, Ministry of Textiles, for publicity of
the project.
Sources of Income from the Haat
It is desirable that the Urban Haat should have a in-built
mechanism to sustain its operation. Though the management
committee shall remain responsible for efficient functioning of
the Haat, and to formulate modalities for income generation, yet
the sources of income that can be operationalised from various
sources are indicated below. This is primarily suggestive in
nature.
Rental Income from Artisans Based on the assumptions
indicated below, the income from the artisans who would sell
their craft are as shown in the Table below:-
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Table 4.7: Rental Income from Artisans

Components
Income
(in Rs./ Annum)
Artisans per fortnight

(on an average)
Charges per day
Total charges per day (4050)
Annual Income (250 2000)
Expected dropouts 10%
Sub total
40
50
2000
5,00,000
73,000
4,27,000
Income from Food Stalls

Table 4.8: Income from Food Stalls
Components
Rate per month
No. of Food Stalls
Per month income
Total income (Presuming
occupancy for 10 months in
a year)
Income
(in Rs./ Annum)
5,000
5
25,000
Rs. 2,50,000
Income from Entry Tickets
If it is assumed that on average 200 visitors visit the Haat in a day @

Rs. 5/-as entry ticket and presuming 200 visitors to come for 250 days.
Total Income from Entry Tickets - 200 x 5 x 250 = 2,50,000/-
Total Income - Based on the above estimates the total income per
annum from the Urban Haat would be as shown in the Table below:-
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Table 4.9: Tentative Total Income from the Haat

Components
Rental Income from Artisans
Income from Food Stalls
Income from Entry Tickets
Income from Parking
(10% of Total Income)
Total
Income
(in Rs./ Annum)
4,27,000
2,50,000
2,50,000
92,700
10,19,700
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HOT AIR BALLOONING AT BETLA
The Consultant proposes to have Ballooning facility at Betla National

Park, which is,One of Indias largest tiger reserve and only one in
Jharkhand.
Amongst the Faunal species present at Betla - Leopards, elephants,

monkeys and deer abound here. Other fauna include the Wild dog,
Wolf, Stiped-necked Mongoose, Honey badger, Small Indian Otter,
Indian Otter, Sloth bear, Barking deer, Wild boar, Pangolin, Rhesus
macaque, Hanuman langur, Common giant flying squirrel and
Porcupine.
Because of the wide variety in the habitats and fauna composition
of the reserve is also varied and rich. Some of the most endangered
species like Ratel Mouse dear, Python, Pangolin, Black-necked
crane; Four-hornec antelope etc. are represented in the area.
It has very wide range of bio-diversity and many endangered, rare
and threatened species of flora and fauna are found. 47 Species of
mammals (39 Genera and 21 families), 174 Species of birds, 190
Species of flora, 25 Species of climbers, 46 Species of Shrubs
many species of Grasses and 56 Species of valuable medicinal
plants have been recorded.
The grasslands and the savannas provide grazing grounds for the
herbivores and hiding place to the carnivores. The forest boasts of
innumerable medicinal and aromatic plants, which provide a source
of earning for the tribal.
The vast expanse and changing topography and the vegetation and
climatic variations in Betla have been one of the major reasons for
the successful breeding of the flora and fauna.
Betla offers an excellent exposure to the delights not only of its wildlife,
but also of its wonderful natural beauty. Scenic beauty of the lush
forests and mountains and valleys is as extravagant as it is varied.
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The Product Hot Air Balloon
Hot air balloon as a device of air travel dates back to the year 1783,
when a balloon, named Aerostat Reveillon,' carrying scientist Jean
Francois Pilatre de Rozier along with his companion Marquis
dArlandes, rose to the end of its 250 foot tether. This sparked off an
era, the one to conquer the atmosphere. Though in this jet age, a hot
air balloon remains a fairly impractical vehicle, since it cannot be
steered and is heavily dependent upon the speed of wind. However,
mans interest in ballooning has grown leaps and bounds, since most
of the balloon travellers have referred to the experience as one of the
most serene, enjoyable activities they've ever encountered. This has,
in-fact, promulgated incorporation of latest technology within this ageold system of flying.
Hot Air Balloons are based on a very basic scientific principle: warmer
air is lighter than cooler air, since it has less mass per unit volume and
hence it rises.
The Experience of Ballooning
Standing in a swaying but secure basket high above the ground and
suspended under a colorful canopy filled with hot air provide an
exhilarating experience. As the giant hot air balloon slowly drifts
through the sky, one can have a birds eye view of the surroundings
and also enjoy the panoramic view of mighty Betla and enjoy it from the
vantage position.
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About the Hot Air Balloon
A Hot Air Balloon has the following major parts:-
a)
The Envelope The envelope of a balloon is a colourful bag

usually made up of fire-resistant rip stop nylon fabric, to hold the
hot air inside it. When the air inside the envelope is heated, the
balloon rises. In most modern hot air balloons, the envelope is
constructed from long nylon gores, reinforced with sewn-in
webbing. The gores, which extend from the base of the
envelope to the crown, comprise of a number of smaller panels.
Nylon works very well in balloons since it is lightweight and also
fairly sturdy and has a high melting temperature. The skirt, the
nylon at the base of the envelope, is coated with special fireresistant material, known as Nomex, in order to keep the flame
from igniting the balloon. The hot air won't escape from the hole
at the bottom of the envelope because buoyancy keeps it
moving up constantly.
b)
The Burner The burner is located above the passengers

head and produces huge flame to heat the air inside the
envelope. Modern hot air balloons heat the air by burning
propane or butane. The heating of the Air inside the envelope
takes place in the way as shown in the Flow chart below.
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Liquid Propane/ Butane
Ignition
(In Lightweight Cylinders)
(By Pilot Light)
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Flame
Liquid Fuel through Heating Coil
(Steel Tubing arranged in a coil around Burner)
Propane/ Butane Gas
(Efficient Combustion facility)

Figure 4.2: Burner of a Balloon in action
c)
The Basket/ Gandola:- Most hot air balloons use a basket

made from resilient wicker enforced with a mesh of steel wire
ropes, for housing the passengers. Wicker works very well
because it is sturdy, flexible and relatively lightweight. The
flexibility helps with balloon landings: In a basket made of more
rigid material, passengers would feel the brunt of the impact
force. Wicker material flexes a little, absorbing some of the
energy. The Gondola carries a simple instrument panel
consisting of a compass and an altimeter to guide the crew.
d)
The Ropes:- Different types of ropes are in use in a hot air

balloon. These are:-
Crown Line Top of the Balloon in order to stabilize inflation

Drop Line Released by the Pilot before landing so that the
ground crew can pull.
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Figure 4.3: Parts of a Hot Air Balloon
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Launching and Landing
A lot of the work in hot air ballooning comes at the beginning

and the end of the flight, when the crew inflates and deflates the
balloon. For the spectator, this is a much more spectacular show
than the actual balloon flight.
a)
Inflation
The Stages of Inflation of the Hot Air Balloons are shown
below:-
Once the crew has found a suitable launching point,

they attach the burner system to the basket.
Next, they attach the balloon envelope and begin
laying it out on the ground.
Once the envelope is laid out, the crew begins
inflating it, using a powerful fan at the base of the
envelope.
When there is enough air in the balloon, the crew
blasts the burner flame into the envelope mouth. This
heats the air, building pressure until the balloon
inflates all the way and starts to lift off the ground.
The ground crew members hold the basket down until
the launch crew is on board. The balloon basket is
also attached to the ground crew vehicle until the last
minute, so the balloon won't be blown away before it
is ready to launch.
When everything is set, the ground crew releases the
balloon and the pilot fires a steady flame from the
burner. As the air heats up, the balloon lifts right off
the ground.
The entire process takes only 10 or 15 minutes.

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Operation during Flight
Piloting a balloon requires skill, but the controls are

actually very simple.
To lift the balloon, the pilot moves a control that opens up

the propane/butane valve. As he turns it, the flow of gas
increases, so that the flame grows in size. The pilot can
increase the vertical speed by blasting a larger flame to
heat the air more rapidly.
Hot air balloons also have a cord to open the parachute

valve at the top of the envelope). When the pilot pulls the
attached cord, the crown line, some hot air can escape
from the envelope, decreasing the inner air temperature.
This causes the balloon to slow its ascent. If the pilot
keeps the valve open long enough, the balloon will sink.
Essentially, these are the only controls -- heat to make

the balloon rise and venting to make it sink. As it turns out,
pilots can manoeuvre horizontally by changing their
vertical position, since wind blows in different directions at
different altitudes. To move in a particular direction, a
pilot ascends and descends to the appropriate level, and
rides with the wind. Since wind speed generally increases
as you get higher in the atmosphere, pilots can also
control horizontal speed by changing altitude.
Of course, even the most experienced pilot doesn't have

complete control over the balloon's flight path. Usually,
wind
conditions
give
the
pilot
very
few
options.
Consequently, you can't really pilot a hot air balloon along

an exact course. And it's very rare that you would be able
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to pilot the balloon back to your starting point. So, unlike

flying an airplane, hot air balloon piloting is largely
improvised, moment to moment. For this reason, some
members of a hot air balloon crew have to stay on the
ground, following the balloon by car to see where it lands.
Then, they can be there to collect the passengers and
equipment.
c)
Deflation
The landing process, combined with deflating and repacking
the
balloon
envelope
is
accomplished
sequentially in the following process as shown below:-
When the pilot is ready to land, he or she discusses

possible landing sites with the ground crew (via an
onboard radio).
They need to find a wide - open space, where there
are no power lines, tall trees etc. and plenty of room
to lay out the balloon.
The ground crew shall hold the basket down once it
has landed.
The ground crew sets out a ground tarp, in order to
protect the balloon from wear and tear. Then the
pilot opens the parachute valve all the way, so the
air can escape out the top of the balloon. The
ground crew grabs a cord attached to the top of the
balloon, and pulls the envelope over onto the tarp.
Once the balloon envelope is down on the ground,
the crew begins pushing the air out. When the
balloon is flattened, the crew packs it into a stuff
sack. This whole process is a lot like packing up a
giant sleeping bag.
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Ideal Conditions for Balloon Flight
Seasonality:- The best time for hot air ballooning in India is

from October to March, when the ambient temperature remains
cooler. The cold climate enables the hot air inside the balloon to
become lighter and enables it to rise and stay up for a longer
period of time.
Time:- Usually early in the morning, right after sunrise, between

7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and late in the day, right before sunset, between
4 p.m. to 6p.m. Less turbulence in atmosphere is observed
during the time period.
Some Essential Activities to be undertaken before the

project should be undertaken
i.
Identification of Balloon Launching Site
ii.
Identification of Flight Trail
iii.
Training of Pilot & Crew
iv.
Permissions Required - A number of clearances are

required in order to fly hot air balloons at any location of
India, as per the Ballooning Club of India.
Director General of Civil Aviation
Airports Authority of India
Ministry of Home, Govt. of India
Department of Internal Security
Defence Establishment
Additionally, since Betla, the proposed location is an ecosensitive zone, an Environment Impact Assessment
Report, with sound Environment Management Plan
requires to be submitted to the Ministry of Environment
and Forests for their clearance to the proposed project.
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No. of Balloons
To begin with, it is proposed that a single hot air
ballooning facility be installed at the place. The Balloon
should have a capacity of 77,000 cubic feet. An
entrepreneur can think of procuring the equipments from
the Ballooning Club of India, or think of importing the
same from abroad.
Cost Estimates
A tentative cost of the aforesaid project has been worked
out based on the market prices and from the opinion of
industry experts. The details are as shown in the
subsequent headings below.
Table 4.10: Equipment Cost - Cost of the Balloon

Equipment
Envelope with Rotation vent 2 and
Nomex Scoop
Burner
Basket with Cover including cylinder belt
and fire extinguishers
2 Stainless Steel Cylinders with Jacket
Inflator Fan 5.5 HP
Tether Rope
Instrument Panel
A 2 Radio
Quick Release System
Artwork on Balloon
Total Cost of the Balloon
Cost (in Rs.)
13,80,000
78,000
28,000
17,000
25,000
15,28,000
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Table 4.11: Other Preliminary Expenditures

Cost Parameters
Cost (in Rs.)
Cost of Preparation of EIA Report

Training of 2 Pilots
(@ Rs. 35,000 + Incidental Expenses)
Total Cost
3,00,000
1,00,000
4,00,000
Table 4.12: Tentative Civil Cost

Cost Parameters
Cost (in Rs.)
Ground Preparation of Balloon Launching

40,000
Site (200 Sq. m. @ Rs. 200/ Sq. m.)

Construction of waiting room with basic
furnishings (200 Sq. m. @ Rs. 100/ Sq. m.)
Total Civil Cost
20,000
60,000
Operating Expenditures (Cost of Fuel, Maintenance Cost &

Spares, Remuneration of Employees) - Rs. 6,00,000/ Year
Miscellaneous Expenditures Rs. 20,000/ Year
Total Cost The tentative total cost of the Project based on the
above calculations would be as indicated in the Table below:-
Table 4.13: Tentative Total Initial Cost

Cost Parameters
Equipment Cost
Preliminary Expenditures
Civil Cost
Other Miscellaneous Expenditures
Contingencies (10%)
Total
Cost
15,28,000
4,00,000
60,000
20,000
2,60,800
21,86,800
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Income from Hot Air Ballooning The tentative income from the Hot
Air Ballooning Trips are as shown below:-
a) In typical Indian weather conditions, one can carry out Hot Air
Ballooning from October to March. However, Betla remains
open from November to June. Hence, in totality, approximately 5
months or 150 days are available for Ballooning purpose.
b) Assuming for 10 days the weather remains turbulent for
Ballooning Flight. Hence, total ballooning days available = 150
10 = 140 days.
c) 4 hot air balloon flights each lasting for an hour can be taken up
per day. Therefore, total flying hour per season = 140 4 = 560
hours
d) Assuming Rs. 250 be charged from 1 tourist and in each flight 3
tourist can be taken up, then income from each flight would be =
450 3 = Rs. 750
e) Total Income from total flight hours = Rs. 1350 560 = Rs.
7,56,000
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AYURVEDA CENTRE NEAR BETLA
An Ayurveda Center is proposed near Betla to take advantage of the

natural herbs and other medicinal plants locally available. As heard as
well as witnessed with the success in certain parts of the country which
are rich in natural resources (herbs), the attraction among the tourists
is healing through preaching and relaxation of mind & soul. The
proposed Ayurvedic Centre would have a complex type infrastructure,
with the facility of treating 50 persons at a time, with the following major
blocks as shown below.
A)
Main Block - The main hall would house the Reception,

Accounts and Administration Office of the Centre, which would
look after of all the activities and act as the cardinal point of the
organisation. The Main Block would also house shops, which
would sell herbal extracts having medicinal importance and
other relevant items.
B)
Accommodation
Dwelling
Block
The
proposed
accommodation facility would be of following types.

i)
For Essential Staffs Accommodation facility for

essential staffs are proposed within the complex, so that
each block has 2 different units. At the beginning, it is
proposed that the accommodation facility shall comprise
of a single floor. However, provision for expansion of
another floor in future should also be kept in due
consideration.
ii)
For Medium/ Budget Tourists A dormitory of sorts

with separate facilities for male and female tourists is
proposed.
iii)
For Affluent Tourists In form of cottages with a

kitchenette and an attatched toilet to cater the upmarket
customers.
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Toilets The Block would house Toilets for Budget

Tourists and Essential Staffs, who would stay at the
Ayurveda Centre.
C)
Food Block - The proposed food block should have the

following 2 subdivisions:i)
Kitchen For a visitor undergoing cleansing and

rejuvenation, food is an essential element and therefore it
has to be of the finest quality. The kitchen at the
proposed Ayurvedic Centre would be able to provide a
simple yet sumptuous vegetarian fare for its visitors. It
should be a spotlessly clean outfit located close to the
restaurant, having access to the garden situated close by.
ii)
Kitchen Garden A vegetable garden is proposed near

the vicinity of the kitchen. It is proposed that all the
vegetables and herbs required for cuisine should be
grown organically.
iii)
Restaurant The restaurant should be in the form of a

Hall with capacity to accommodate 100 individuals at a
time.
D)
Health Block - The proposed health unit is suggested over a

built-up area of 200 sq. mts. It is proposed that it should be a
single storied structure and would comprise of the following sub
blocks.
i)
Consultation/ Treatment Rooms for Doctors
ii)
Separate Changing Rooms for male and female
iii)
Massage Rooms
iv)
Bathing Area The bathing area is proposed

around a bean shaped tank with changing rooms,
toilets etc. Access to this area would be made by
means of a 1.5m wide path paved with locally
available stones.
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Meditation Hall A meditation hall for conducting Yoga and

Meditation is proposed at the Centre. Yoga, an oldest form of
personal development, includes mind, body and spirit within its
fold. As per ayurveda, the practice of yoga is a very important
natural and preventive measure to good health. The proposed
area of the Meditation Hall would be around 500 sq. m.
F)
Parking Lots The parking lots are proposed at a distance

from the heart of the ayurvedic centre. The main idea behind
proposing the location at a distance would be to restrict
vehicular traffic at a certain point and prevent noise and
pollutant emissions inside the premises.
G)
Landscaped Spaces The setting of the Ayurveda Centre

should be serene, so as to elevate the mindset of the tourists
into a spiritual bliss. Extensively landscaped spaces, suitably
screened by a green belt to ward off dust, emissions and noise
should be provided. A pedestrian linkage system, connecting all
the important blocks to the strategic points (like vehicular
parking lots), should be paved with locally available stones. The
rest area should be covered with finely trimmed grass. Flowering
plants to be planted at intervals to boost aesthetics.
H)
Herbal Garden - A herbal garden is proposed within the

premises of the Ayurvedic Centre, in order to cultivate the
different variety of medicinal plants/ herbs. It is proposed that all
the herbs in the garden should be cultivated organically.
I)
Water Treatment Plant A water treatment plant is proposed

for supplying the Ayurvedic Centre with potable water. The
water source can only be pointed out after undertaking a vivid
hydrological study in the EIA.
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Waste Disposal Facility A waste disposal facility is also

proposed at the centre, in order to treat the wastes generated
from the various sources. It is proposed that the wastes be
recycled in indigenous way in order to produce organic manure
for the Herbal and Kitchen gardens.
K)
Waste Water Treatment Plant - The Treatment plant would

treat all the waste water generated from the Centre. The
recycled water shall be used for gardening and for use in Toilet.
L)
DG Set A DG Set is required for supplying power to the

proposed Ayurvedic Centre.
The tentative plan of the proposed Ayurvedic Centre is enclosed in

the Annexure.
Some important features of the proposed Ayurvedic Centre
The Staff types of the proposed Ayurvedic Centre would be as

depicted below: Administrative Staff
Front Office Staff To look after Accounts
Doctors
Nurses
Masseurs
Gardeners for development and maintenance of Herbal
gardens
Gardeners for development and maintenance of Kitchen
gardens
Chefs
Housekeeping Staffs
Security Staffs
It is proposed that local manpower be employed at the Ayurvedic
Centre except for the specialist positions mentioned above.
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Cost Estimates
The cost break-up of the proposed Ayurvedic Centre with a capacity of

accommodating 50 persons at a time is as elucidated below. The costs
are based on estimates provided by the Industry experts and is
primarily suggestive in nature.
Land Development The proposed Ayurvedic Centre shall be

approximately 13000 sq. mts. in totality. Cost of developing the same
@ Rs. 130/ sq. m. = 13,000 130 = Rs. 16,90,000
Civil Cost - The tentative civil cost of the above units based on
prevailing rates are as shown in the Table below.
Table 4.14: Tentative Civil Cost

Item
Reception
Shops
Accounts
Administration
Kitchen
Restaurant
Consultation Chambers
Changing Rooms
Message Room
Bathing Area
Cottages
Budget Accommodation
Staff Quarter
Toilets
Meditation Hall
Parking Lots
Development of Herbal Garden
Development of Kitchen Garden
Development of Green Belt (in Mtrs)
Sub Total
Area (M2)
10
80
20
100
50
150
300
20
100
80
130
125
600
100
200
200
500
250
1500
Total Cost
32250
215000
75250
430000
134375
765937.5
806250
43000
268750
172000
559000
470312.5
2580000
322500
645000
107500
806250
268750
1612500
10314625
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Decoration Cost The tentative decoration cost including furnishings and

electricals for the different units of the Ayurvedic Centre would be in the tune
as mentioned below:-
Table 4.15: Tentative Cost of Decoration

Item
Area (M2) Cost/ M2 Total Cost

(in Rs.)
Cottage
130
300
39000
Staff Quarter
600
200
120000
Budget Accommodation
125
50
6250
Toilet
100
100
10000
Reception
10
100
1000
Administration
100
150
15000
Accounts
20
100
2000
Shops
80
80
6400
Meditation Hall
200
30
6000
Food Block
200
50
10000
Consultation Chambers
300
120
36000
Sub Total
251650
Plant and Equipment Cost:- The other costs to be incurred at the onset
would also incur the following expenditures as well.
Table 4.16: Tentative Cost of Plant & Equipment

Items
Total Cost
(in Rs.)
Utensils for Kitchen
30000
Public Address System for Meditation Hall
60000
Lighting Arrangement
200000
Water Treatment Plant
350000
Waste Water Treatment Plant
350000
Sewerage Disposal Facility
200000
DG Set
200000
Sub Total
1390000
Operating Expenditures (Includes Remuneration of Employees, Fuel Cost
etc.) Rs.14,65,600/ Annum
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Miscellaneous Expenditures Rs. 1,00,000/ Annum
Income from the Ayurvedic Centre

Income of the Ayurvedic Centre can be from the following sources:-
Income from Ayurvedic Treatment Packages

The Treatment Package for the tourists would be inclusive of Boarding and
Lodging, Consultation and Massage Charges. The prevailing rates can be of
the following types as shown in the Table below:-
Table 4.17: Cost of Accommodation

Package
Budget
Cottage
Accommodation Accommodation
(Rs. per person) (Rs. Per person)
3500
5000
07 Days Package
14 Days Package
3200
4500
21 Days Package
3000
4200
35 Days Package
2800
4000
Assuming the following no. of people attend the different packages per
year,
Table 4.18: No. of People attending Courses
Package
No. of People
attending in
Budget
Category
07 Days Package
14 Days Package
21 Days Package
35 Days Package
No. of People
attending in
Cottage
Category
45
20
12
8
5
5
3
2
The income generation from the proposed Ayurvedic Centre would be

in tune as shown below: -
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Table 4.19: Tentative amount of Revenue Generated

Package
07 Days Package
14 Days Package
21 Days Package
35 Days Package
Sub Total
Revenue from
Revenue from
People
People
attending in
attending in
Budget
Cottage
Category
Category
157500
25000
64000
22500
36000
12600
22400
8000
279900
68100
Total income/ Year = 2,79,900+68,100 = 3,48,000
Income from Sale of Herbal Products

Handsome income can be earned from the sale of herbal products,
which can be developed from the herbs cultivated in the herbal
gardens. Ayurvedic products worth Rs. 5,00,000 can be sold out per
year to the tourists visiting the centre for treatment or otherwise to
begin with.
Income from Massages of various types

Various types of massages can be offered to the visitors, who would
come here to avail this facility only. The charges are exclusive of
lodging facility. The different types of massages and tentative monthly
income from the same are as shown in the Table below:-
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Table 4.20: Revenue from Massages of various types

Types
General Body Massage

Whole body Herbal Oil Massage
Body massage with Herbal Powder
Pouring oil in continuous stream on selected
body points
Retention of Luke Warm herbal oil on head
Controlled massage with herbal oil
Sub Total
Charges/ Tourists Total

in Rs./ Hr.) per
Income
month per
month
400
20
8000
1000
10
10000
750
8
6000
550
10
5500
1200
300
5
25
6000
7500
43000
Therefore total annual income from the Ayurvedic Centre would be :Rs. 43,000 12 = Rs. 5,16,000
Total income from the Ayurvedic Centre

Based on the calculations performed above, the Ayurvedic Centre is
likely to generate a total annual income of the centre would be as
shown in the Table below: -
Table 4.21: Tentative Total Income from the Centre

Types
From Treatment Packages
From Sale of Herbal Products
From Massage
Total Income per annum
Income
(in Rs.)
348000
500000
516000
13,64,000
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ROCK CLIMBING
Rock climbing as a spot is proposed at plateau of Netarhat and

Ramgarh in order to take advantage of the natural rock formation and
scenic beauty available locally.
As heard as well as witnessed with the success in certain parts of the

country which are rich in natural resources (herbs), the attraction
among the tourists is healing through preaching and relaxation of mind
& soul.
Development Concept
Rock-climbing is largely balance, not strength of a human being.
Balance also determines the value of strength by how much energy
you expend climbing. Rock-climbing can become complex because it
involves the interplay of many elements like ones partner, ones gear,
ones skill and technique.
Best Season to rock climb activity
October to February.
Summers can be very warm during the daytime and dodging
the sun on climbs is a skill.
Requirement for rock climbing

Equipment required for this sports vary with the climbers stage and
rock formation in the area but in general following should accompany
the climbers:
1. Nylon Rope
2. Crush Pad
3. Shoes (specially made for this sport)
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Safety
Climbing is relatively safe, but only because it will infuse a degree of

obsession in all climbers, Government may come forward take
necessary precautions for safe climbing. Trainers should make implicit
assumptions that the worst (not quite) will happen and train (techniques
like belaying and self-arrest) the visitor to deal with these situations.
Climbers are not oblivious to heights. Guides and trainers should be
arranged before launching this sport at the proposed place.
The usual climbing response is that safety taken to its logical extreme
means living inside in a padded cell. Which is okay for some people.
To experienced climbers, climbing is "safe enough." The issue is not
adrenaline. Most climbers are not adrenaline junkies.
Cost
As the amenities available are natural so no establishment cost will be

borne by the state government. Rather the Government may come
forward for promotion of that particular place through media and tour
operators.
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ETHNIC TOUR OF JHARKHAND
The consultant proposes developing sustainable tourism involving the

rich tribal assets of the state. As understood during the primary survey,
the tribes of Jharkhand hold a major charm amongst the international
visitors, especially the festivals attract them. A judicious mix of the
Major, Minor as well as Primitive tribes (elaborated in Chapter 2) are
proposed to be incorporated within the itinerary, in order to provide the
international visitors with a taste of the virile culture of tribal India and
its unique socio-cultural life.
However, it is to be kept in mind that each tribe is different from the

other one. While some tribes consider tourism to be an integral part of
their economic development, some tolerate visitations, i.e., allow
outsiders to visit their place, but do not want to increase the number of
outsiders. These approaches are as unique as the tribes themselves.
Hence, before providing final touches to the concept, careful exercise
has to be undertaken to gauge the perception of the tribes involved.
The concept is a wonderful admixture of Nature based, Cultural as well

as Heritage Tourism. The concept would not only sustain the tribal
communities as well as the visitors, but also create avenues for
economic, environmental and social benefits for them simultaneously.
Major benefits of involving the tribal communities:-
Protect people, land and culture from exploitation.

Balance visitor entertainment with well planned education
to break down stereotypes.
Increase in self reliance (less reliance on outside sources,
more participation on the tribes themselves)
Accruing benefits for the tribal communities financial,
environmental and social.
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Steps to be taken in order to develop Tribal Tourism:-
Step 1 : The initial step

Conducting a survey amongst the different tribes of Jharkhand, in order
to find out their acceptability towards the concept. The data collected
shall not only bring out the acceptability of the tribes to the concept but
also earmark the areas where the concept can be implemented. The
results can be collated as indicated in the Matrix below:-
Interested
Skeptical
Doubts Benefits,
Benefits
outweigh
Outweighs Costs
costs, but does not

have a Tourism Plan
Developing
Some
efforts
develop
Established
to Organised
tourism Functioning
already underway
&
Tourism
Industry, creating more

jobs over time
Figure 4.4: Matrix for identifying perception of Tribals
It is evident that most of the respondents would fall in either the

Skeptical or the Interested categories.
Step 2: Demarcation of the Tribes according to their Command

Area
The geographical spread of the Interested category needs to be

earmarked and at the same time appropriate motivational programmes
needs to be organised for the Skepticals so that they participate
wholeheartedly in the process of tourism development.
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Step 3: Formation of an Action / Host Committee in participating

villages
The aforesaid committee shall have to be lead by the Director, Tourism,

Government of Jharkhand. He would recruit 10-25 people from within
the tribe, who have leadership skill or play a similar role. The
characteristics of the member would be as shown below
Characteristics of Action Committee Members
Strong desire to contribute to community improvement

Commitment to stay with the process until completed.
Experience as a volunteer
Respect for view of others
Recognition as leader by other parts of the tribe
Ability to work with others as part of a team
Ability to meet needs and get their work done
Attributes beyond expertise
Duties of Action Committee Members
Attend regularly scheduled meetings

Identify and develop any local and outside resources needed for
each step.
Develop and oversee completion of work plans
Encourage community wide awareness in all steps
Publicise intent and findings in each step
Keep written records for committee sessions
Conduct community meetings to review major recommendations
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Each committee member shall select a role within the overall group
that contributes to its success and one that they feel comfortable in
performing. Some essential tasks that needs to be performed by the
key group members in the committee are: Moderator To resolve conflicts
Timekeeper To maintain punctuality
Recorder To record major points of discussion
Coach To motivate
Planner To think ahead & planning next step
Logistics To think about who, when, where, how of
meetings and actions
Technology - To understand how to work on any equipment to
be used
Details person To concentrate on minor, major, details of
plans and actions
Artist To sketch map, scenery, buildings
Advisor To research how each step has to be done
successfully, particularly intra and inter tribe involvement.
Writer To take the recorders work and translate it into articles,
official documents and to help with writing grant applications.
Promoter To work with residents and officials in local
community.
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Step 4: Planning and completing a tribal community inventory
This would involve the following sub steps: Task 1: - Compilation of a list of tribes natural, cultural,
historic recreational and human assets.
Task 2: - Shortlisting the assets which have greatest
potential to improve quality of life of communities and
augment tourist satisfaction.
Task 3: - Conducting Windshield Tours with Committee
Members and Community Representatives.
Step 5: Conducting Resident Attitude Survey
Since, the tribe community members are experts of the areas

they reside in, they should be allowed to express their opinion
openly. This participation should not only bolster their
confidence, but should also help in earmarking the particular
areas within a village, where the foreign tourists can visit.
Step 6: Analyzing current market in which tribal tourism is popular
This would involve conducting market research exercises

amongst the foreign tourists in order to gauge their likings and
dislikings based on population, market profile and expenditure
profiles.
Step 7: Establishing Priorities and Goals
Based on steps 4,5 and 6, development of priorities for the

enhancement of Scenic, Natural, Historic, Cultural and
Recreational assets of the tribes are to be drawn up. For those
proirities, short term (tenure 1 to 12 months), medium term
(1 to 5 years) and long term (5-10 years) goals should be
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drawn up for tribal tourism enhancement, management and

marketing.
Step 8: Develop Strategies and Identify Resources to meet goals
With reference to the goals set in the above step, resources

need to be identified within the community so that the goals
are met in the least possible time.
Step 9: Analyse impacts
Any
new
project
should
take
into
consideration
the
Environmental, Social and other impacts, promulgated by the

visit of the tourists. Any beneficial impact brought about has to
be promoted and any negative impact has to be amicably
prevented.
Step 10: Seeking formal endorsement
The priority projects earmarked earlier has to seek for formal

endorsement from the members of tribal community at large.
Step 11: Implementation of the Plan
The Plans should be modified until it is accepted and endorsed

by all the tribal communities, who are thought to be an inherent
part of the Tribal Tourism circuit.
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Some important facts to be kept under consideration during

promotion of Tribal Tourism
On an average each group of tourist intending to undertake such

a vacation should consist of 10-12 persons but it would be
flexible as per demand & supply ratio and seasonality.
Usually, visitors mostly from Russia, Italy; Germany, Holland,

US & UK have shown avid interest in Tribal Tourism in India
since last 23 years.
Tour is planned by car with occupancy of 10 people.
Charges for Non AC Car is INR 6-7/Km and for AC Car it is INR
10-12/Km. Travel is planned accordingly so that tourist should
make a drive for not more than 300 Km in a day.
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ECO TOURISM IN SARANDA
Saranda is a prominent ecological spot in the state. Owing to its

diverse floral and faunal assemblage alongwith congregation of
diverse types of ecosystem and natural wonders, it can be
regarded as a prime area to promote Eco Tourism in the State.
The Consultant proposes to develop Eco- Tours for selected
group of tourists at Saranda.
What is Eco- Tourism?
Eco- Tourism can be defined as Travel to relatively undisturbed

or uncontaminated natural areas with the specific objective of
studying, admiring and enjoying the scenery of its wild plants
and animals, as well as any existing cultural aspects found in
these areas.
How is Eco- Tourism different from Conventional Tourism?
Eco tourism is considerably different from the existing

conventional modes of tourism. While the conventional tourists
eye for extra bit of leisure, eco tourists prefer oneness with the
nature and accept physical hardships in order to make their
experience a long lasting one.
However, Eco tourism cannot be regarded fully as nature

tourism. While nature tourism presents before the tourist an
immense flurry of natural resources, the eco tourism concept
carries it a step forward. The concept takes into consideration,
the visitors, the residing communities and the impacts brought
about by them to the nature. The prime discriminants are
presented in the fIgure below.
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D
I
S
C
R
I
M
I
N
A
N
T
S
Native People, Culture
Uncrowded Location
Good Shopping
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Eco Tourism
Community economic benefits

Impacts brought about by visits
Remoteness, Wilderness, Unspoiled Spots
Nature
Tourism
Wildlife, Nature
Plants and Animal Viewing
Physical Challenge
Good Dining
Tourism
Popular Attractions
Nightlife/ Entertainment
Fig 4.5: Tourism, Nature Tourism and Eco- Tourism The differences
Different stakeholders their contribution & benefits

involved
The different stakeholders, their contribution to and benefits
involved in an eco-tourism project are elaborated in the Table
below.
Table 4.22: Stakeholders contribution and Benefit in Eco- Tourism
Stakeholders
Contribution
Benefits
Location
Natural Resources
Environmentally
Sound Development
Non Degradation of
Resources
Long Term benefits
- Economic & Non
Economic
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Table 4.22 (Contd.): Stakeholders contribution and Benefit in Eco- Tourism

Stakeholders
Contribution
Benefits
Visitors
Revenue
Community
Experience
to
deal with nature
Agencies
(Govt., NGOs, Tourism
Industry)
Promotional
Activity
First hand Experience

Participatory
Conservation Practices
Recognition of intrinsic
value of resources
Education Nature &
Culture
Acceptance of Resource
within Limits
Contribution towards
Local Development
Long Term Benefits Economic & Non
Economic
Participatory
Conservation Practices
Participatory
Development Activity
Education & Employment
Promotion Ethical
Responsibilities
Behaviour Promotion Natural Environment
Behaviour Promotion Cultural Environment
Education
Long term Benefits Economic
Fostering Understandings
and Partnerships
Participation in
Developmental Activity
Why Saranda?
Saranda is the most appropriate spot to develop Eco- Tourism in

the State of Jharkhand. This is due to some of its unique
characteristics, which makes it so special amongst the wide
array of forests that Jharkhand can boast of. The charactaristics
are:-
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Unspoilt natural resources at various places.
Presence of exciting and colourful flora and fauna.
Tall and Majestic Sal Forests.
Numerous Spots - Visual delight as well as ecologically

significant . The likes of :o Kiriburu The highest point of Saranda, from
where one can have a birds eye view of the entire
picturesque Saranda valley and adjoining hills
o Thalkobad Can be referred to as the Heartland
of Saranda. Moonlit wintery night in Thalkobad is
a divine experience
o Ligirda Swamp The ecosystem at the swamp is
an ecologists paradise as well as a botanists
delight.
o Toybo Falls An waterfall that imparts visual
pleasure at its maximum.
o Loyalls View Deep woods at the place are a
spectacle of wilderness that is a delight for the
visitors.
How to develop Eco- Tourism at Saranda?
Developing Eco- Tourism at Saranda is a huge task by itself and

has to be separately undertaken. However, a rough sketch as to
how to develop Eco- Tourism is enclosed below.
Step 1: Thorough understanding of potential spots in Saranda,

which can be developed as potential Eco Tourism Sites.
Step 2: Evaluation of Nature, Scope, Scale and Mix of activities

required in order to develop Eco Tourist Zones within Saranda.
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Step 3: Assessment of Economic impact of ongoing activities

and getting an idea of their immediate effect imparted.
Step 4: Assessment of Economic impact of future activities and

multiplier effect imparted by them.
Step 5: Assessment of Environmental sensitivity of the area

under consideration, on basis of activities being undertaken at
present and activities to be undertaken in future.
Step 6: Categorisation of the different zones based on their

environmental sensitivity and creating a code of activities
specific to the sensitivity zone.
In other words, Eco- Tourism development at Saranda would

revolve around the central theme alongwith 3 approaches, as
shown in the diagram below:-
Managing
Resources
Ensuring
Sustainability
Managing
Visitors
Managing
Impacts
Fig. 4.6: Theme of Eco- Tourism Development at Saranda
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The focus of Eco - Tourism development at Saranda shall

revolve round 3 main areas as shown in the diagram below:-
Environmental, Economic, Socio- Cultural
SUSTAINABILITY
Eco - Tourism
MARKETS
Understanding Tourist Perceptions
PROFITABILITY
Targeting Right Markets
Fig. 4.7: The focus of Eco- Tourism Development at Saranda
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SPIRITUAL TOUR OF JHARKHAND
The consultant proposes that a network connecting the various

spiritual sites of Jharkhand be brought under 1 umbrella.
Deoghar should be promoted as the spiritual capital of the State
and its attractions, as mentioned in Chapter 3, are to be
promoted actively, especially to the Foreign Tourists. Other
important spiritual sites, the likes of Parashnath Hills, Rajarappa
Temple, Jagannath Temple and Sun Temple can be connected
with Deoghar in order to make the visitor experience a fulfilling
one.
8)
WONDERS OF JHARKHAND
The consultant proposes a tourist circuit comprising of the

different falls and dams, which are splendid tourist spots. The
falls (the likes of Psycho Toybo Hundru Johna Dassam
Lodh Vatinda) and dams (the likes of Tilaiya Panchet Hatia
Konar Salpherni Kanke Getalsud) are rare splendors by
their own merit and can reap rich dividends if promoted in the
best possible way.
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HERITAGE TOURISM OF JHARKHAND
The consultant proposes to develop heritage tourism at

McCluskieganj, the sleepy small hamlet, on the outskirts of
Ranchi on the State Highway 47.
The site was originally designed as a haven for Anglo-Indians. It

is a lesser-known site now, as the people for whom it was made
initially, have left. Yet, some of its garden cottages are spectacle
of its past glory and tradition.
The place evokes nostalgia when one thinks of the days when
Anglo-Indians inhabited the place. Filmmakers have already
taken note not only of the spectacular natural beauty, clean air,
and extravagant greenery, but also of the village itself, a heady
mix of the untamed and the sophisticated. The quiet and
pleasant walks along the wooded paths are alluring enough to
attract the visitors to visit this place. Quite a few make their way
here to savor its vaguely Victorian ambience and the thorough
flower gardens and orchards separated by large tracts of tall sal
trees. Some of the houses here have retained their English
names together with the epitaph of 'haunted house'. During the
1950s, there were no less than 100 Anglo-Indian families living
in their typical cottages, clubs, and shops lived in the village.
What is Heritage Tourism?
Heritage Tourism is a type of travel that is motivated by a desire

to experience the authentic natural, historic and cultural
resources of a community or region.
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Presently, as heritage tourism has evolved into the fastest

growing segment of the travel market worldwide. It has also
become a major component of the economic development
efforts for rural and metropolitan areas alike. Hence, it is
proposed that this unique concept be applied to this wonderful
place, which would actively contribute to the economic
development of the State.
Why McCluskieganj?
The natural scenic beauty, unique history of McCluskieganj are

the assets by their own virtue. Hence, it is the place, best suited,
to develop the concept.
Steps to develop Heritage Tourism at McCluskieganj
7The
broad
steps
of
developing
heritage
tourism
at
McCluskieganj are elaborated below. Essentially, the strategic

plan of developing Heritage Tourism has 4 cardinal points, as
shown below:-
Preservation As narrated in Steps II and III.

Interpretation - Communication of the themes of local
history, heritage, and culture to residents and visitors
through an interpretive framework (As narrated in Step
IV)
Marketing
Identify
and
attract
targeted
market
segments
Business Development - Creating, Retaining, and
assisting heritage businesses.
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Step I: Preparation of heritage inventories at McCluskieganj
Step II: Categorisation of Heritage Items.
Step III: Identifying the need of restoration of heritage property

(if any)
Step IV: Dissemination of Concept of Heritage Tourism amongst

the local residents and collection of their feedback.
Step V: Motivating the residents to introduce paying guest

facility at the location, which would allow them to narrate their
experiences of their forefathers in the best possible way, as also
help them in accruing revenue.
Step VI: Augmentation of connectivity and related infrastructure.
Step VII: Dissemination of Information in the Internet, in tourist

information bureaus at strategic locations and various places
about the unique resources of the location.
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4.1.2 Economic Impact

Like any tourism promotion plan the Jharkhand Tourism Perspective
Plan also shall have economic, social and environment impact.
4.1.3 There are certain direct benefits associated with increased tourist
spending in the State due to increase in the number of arrivals in the
area. This is in turn calculated by allocating the tourist expenditure to
the various sectors that receive them. Further due to the additional
facilities and infrastructure being created, the average spending of a
tourist shall increase, since the length of the stay at a site shall also in
turn be more. The amount spent by the tourists shall be received by
different segments of the tourism industry which shall provide the
various services and facilities. There is a scope for imposing charges
for the use of these various tourist facilities proposed at different
locations.
There are various parameters attached with the economy such as

Daily expenditure
Traffic
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Table 4.23: Projected Traffic flow in the State

Year
Domestic
Foreign
Total
2002
3843992
4022
3848014
2003
3959312
4102
3963414
2004
4078091
4184
4082275
2005
4200434
4268
4204702
2006
4326447
4354
4330800
2007
4456240
4441
4460681
2008
4589927
4529
4594457
2009
4727625
4620
4732245
2010
4869454
4712
4874166
2011
5015537
4807
5020344
2012
5166003
4903
5170906
2013
5320984
5001
5325984
2014
5480613
5101
5485714
2015
5645031
5203
5650234
2016
5814382
5307
5819689
2017
5988814
5413
5994227
2018
6168478
5521
6174000
2019
6353533
5632
6359164
2020
6544139
5744
6549883
The above projection is based on the tourist visits at prime tourist

locations of the State as received from Bihar State Tourism
Development Corporation, which used to look after all the tourist spots
of the State of Jharkhand, prior to the separation from Bihar.
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The CAGR of tourist traffic is different for domestic and international

passengers.
The Expenditure Pattern shall also vary for domestic and international
tourists. The share of expenditure on different segments is different in
both the cases i.e.
Boarding & Lodging

Shopping
Sight seeing
Entertainment
Others
4.1.4 There are certain indirect benefits of the spending in the state by
different segments of the tourist industry, as they have to outsource the
services from other sectors of the industry to fulfil the tourist
requirements. This additional requirement of the tourism segment from
other sectors of the industry is known as indirect impact / benefit of
tourism.
4.1.5 Employment generation

The tourism industry is a labor intensive industry compared to other
industry. As indicated in the Report on working group on tourism for the
IX
plan
(1997-2002)
every
1.2
international
tourist
provides
employment to 1 person and on the same lines 17 domestic tourists

generate employment for one person. Based on the above figures, the
above tourist traffic would employ approximately 4 Lakh people by the
year 2020.
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4.2.0 Social Impact

4.2.1 There are certain heritage sites in the state such as the Malumati
Temple, Shahpur Quila, Durga Temple, Kuleshwari Mandir, Nagfheni
Mandir, Kapileshwari Mandir, which needs preservation and restoration.
This involves local people as well as of nearby areas so as to achieve
the sustainability in future.
4.2.2 As suggested in the development plan, strengthening / expansion of

certain stretches of the main road, service road as well as building of
cafeteria, wayside amenities, budget accommodation develop certain
new products (as suggested). All the above activities shall involve
employment & thereby improve the social status of the local people as
well as of nearby localities.
4.2.3 The improved infrastructure facilities & demand created by increase in

traffic would further accelerate the economic development of the area
and new economic activities shall also come up around specific
identified spots / circuits over a period of time.
4.3.0
Implementation Schedule
Though the entire state has a lot of tourism potentials. It shall not be
appropriate to start development all over the state simultaneously due
to fund constraints and other limitations.
The consultants have worked out three phases for development based
on demand priority for development and magnitude of various
developmental projects. The total duration of all the phases collectively
is 20 years indicated as Short-term (2002-2007), Medium-term (20072012), Long-term (2012-2022).
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Short Term Plan (2000-07)
With reference to point no. 4.1.1 we propose to develop operational

infrastructure in the state. FDC and JTDC should work on a joint
platform to get things installed in initial phase.
(a) Mourn roads for approach roads at spots should be
planned.
(b) Sanitation at spots and midways.
(c) Drinking water facility at various points.
(d) Power supply in the locality in which the tourist spots are
based.
Connectivity is a bane for Jharkhand, so efforts should be put on to

develop basic infrastructure for connectivity. This objective will
require co-operative effort from central as well as state government
plans are into operationlize Ranchi-Hazaribagh rail connection by
2005. Similarly on this pattern some more areas like Palamu and
Lohardaga should be connected through rail.
Dhanbad and Deogarh are on main line, so local fast trains should
be planned from connecting points like W.B. and Bihar.
Road condition is miserable in the state and with reference to our

suggestions in section 4.1.1, State government should plan and
coordinate with PM funded Gramin Sadak Yojana and take up
surfacing and widening of following stretch:
(a) Netarhat - Ghaghra

(b) Mahuadanad - Lodhfall
(c) Ormanjhi - Crocodile Park
(d) Dhabad - Maithon Dam.
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All 3 major circuits identified hold great potential to be an attractive

spot for domestic as well as international tourists. But lack of guide
facility and tour operators hinders the prospects, as visitors are not
able to gather relevant information as and when required. There are
just 2 tour operators are authorized by JTDC. No IATA authorized
agents is operational in state. Some ticket and foreign exchange
agents are base din major towns of Ranchi and Jamshedpur but
none of them are assisting the visitors openly. Effort should be
made to motivate these agents to operate some package tour also.
NH and SH are in a really bad condition all over the state. Central
govt. plans for development of NH is on but at the same time state
government should take initiatives to develop those. Northern and
Southern part of state is hub for wildlife and most potential circuit of
Betla and Netarhat. Roads should be refurnished in these and
connectivity with adjacent states of Chattisgarh and U.P. This way
some tourists might give a though is good connectivity is available.
Most of the tourist spots are nature based and involve forest area
that is under control of Forest Department. FDC is an active body of
state Government involves in development plans for forest and
adjacent areas. Nearly 10,000-km roads exist in forest locations of
Jharkhand. Out of 8 sanctuaries nearly 4 are not spots of tourists.
Betla, Dalma, Mahudandh and Hazaribagh. JTDC should develop a
workplace in tandem with them to develop basic infrastructure to
these spots. This can include (I) building tourist bungalows (2)
arrangement of nigh entertainment at sanctuaries (3) repair and
surfacing of approach as well as tourist roads inside the sanctuary
(4) training of local inhabitants for guiding tourists groups (5)
arrangement of amenities for small as well as individual tourists at
an economical rates. This can be done by operating RTV from the
sanctuaries to connecting point for villagers as well as visitor all
over the day.
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Power is one of the impediment in this is much lesson than national

average. Of 16% tourism growth. Almost 40% of total villages not
have power supply. Tourism doesnt have the electricity so
development is like a dream for them. Many spots were identified
like this as like Hundu, Jonha, Lodh, Topchanchi etc. All these are
based near one or the other power plant still the deprive for power.
State government should work on this plan and with participation of
the villagers as well as private investors develop these spots
Drinking water supply is not available at all spots in Jharkhand

whereas dams and canals located in the state of Jharkhand hold
nearly 29,000 Cu. Mt. Water (both surface and underground) supply
is still improper. The shortage is mostly at falls and religious points.
The most unfortunate part of this is that some potable drinking
water facility should be developed for the tourists as well as local
inhabitants.
Wild life at various sanctuaries is going back from the tourist area
towards reserve areas, tourists are fortunate to have a glimpse of
wild life in the sanctuaries. Efforts are required to attract them
towards tourist area by the Local authorities. WWF supports
development efforts for this purpose. Betla is one of the 7 protected
areas in TCP (Tiger Conservation Programme) since 1997.
Highlights of plans are
Providing
infrastructure
supports
to
the
government
for
strengthening management capacity.

Assessment and monitoring of tiger habitat
Strengthening
political
will
and
intensification
of
public
awareness
Sustained generation of conservation finance for support to tiger
conservation
Facilitating international cooperation.
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Amenities available at various spots should be thoroughly checked.

Unless these are properly developed tourists cant be motivated to
plan their trip. Some of these are hygienic food joints, clean
atmosphere, proper lighting, facility to spend time in leisure sanitary
options etc. Parallel to this the surrounding should also be
developed so that local inhabitant can support thee developments.
(No development can be planned with them). Spots that require
urgent attention are Lodh fall, Hundru fall, Panchgagh, Muggar
Fertility Center, Top Chanchi Lake, Surajkund, Salpharni dam etc.
Lack of medical facilities indirectly hampers the Tourism growth in

any state. In this advance phase of medial science people are dying
of Malaria. Netarhat that hosts one of best residential school of
India is a best example for this. No medical support is available at
Netarhat, if any one require medical attention one has to get it from
Ghaghra (22km down the valley). No doctor is based at local
dispensary on the hill. Even at the school medical facility is not
available for the students.
Students have died due to Malaria in past. This area is termed, as

Forest of Fear by the local inhabitants. Certain war footing steps
should be implemented to cure this from the root.
At present the existing scenario of medical facility in Jharkhand is

as under:
No. of patients per government Hospital 13.18 (Lakhs)

No. of patients Primary Health Center (PHC) 43.93 (Thousand)
No. of patients per medical officer: 22
The above figures display very low availability of medical services in

state compared to Bihar.
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Tribal population is nearly 90% in Jharkhand, so any development

cannot be planned excluding them. Proper plans should be laid
down for their development. The plans should include education,
housing, employment etc. Local inhabitants should be given priority
when any thing is planned for tourist spots.
Various funding
schemes are available to assist the entrepreneurs and development

work. In Jharkhand various missions are active since ages for social
development, they provide training and other upliftment schemes to
tribals. State government should co-relate the tourism development
plans with tribal development also. Some state run institutions are
already active in this area they are TCDC, TWRI etc.
Tourist should be offered more avenues, than just enjoying the

scenic and natural beauty of the spots. Tribal sculptures,
handicrafts, forest goods, precious species and many other things
that signifies the originality of Jharkhand. These products should be
made available through TCDC, an active origin tribal development.
Tourism department should support TCDC to promote product

source through various co-operatives in villages. Local Tribal hats
should be regularized (like Orissa) to make the tribal do their own
business. This concept can be immediately planned at Panchgagh
fall, Netarhat, Devgarh, Hundru, Sugabandh, Sun Temple, Tilaiya
Dam.
Security is another major impediment for Jharkhand tourism. Naxal

movement was base for formation of state. Images of economic
blocks other bans are still in minds of local inhabitants as well as
other parts of nation. State government should take proper initiative
to curb this and spread a positive word of mouth. Formation of
Tourism task force is a forward step in this direction. But the
implementation should be also effective.
A synopsis of the Short Term Plan is shown below:Preparation of 20 years Perspective Plan for State of Jharkhand
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Name of the Plan

Key Criteria
Nodal Agency
Short Term Plan

2002-07
Development of Operational Infrastructure
FDC & JTDC on a Joint Platform
Amenities
Development
of
National Ministry
of
Surface
Highways
Transport, Govt. of India
Development of State Highways
Department
of
PWD
(Roads),
Govt.
of
Jharkhand
Approach roads to various spots
Department
of
PWD
(Roads),
Govt.
of
Jharkhand
Surfacing
and
widening
of Department of Surface
Transport,
Govt.
of
following stretches of Road
Jharkhand
(a) Netarhat Ghaghra
Support
PM funded Gramin
Sadak Yojana
PM funded Gramin
Sadak Yojana
(b) Mahuadand Lodhfall

(c) Ormanjhi - Crocodile Park
(d) Dhanbad Maithon Dam.
Augmenting facility for Tourists:Hygienic food joints,
Proper lighting,
Facility to spend leisure time,
Sanitary options
Tribal sculptures
Handicrafts
Forest goods
JTDC, TCDC
Private
Entrepreneurs
Contd. Next Page
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Amenities
Support
Promulgating Railway Connection

between :Ranchi & Hazaribag
Palamau & Lohardaga
Introduction of Fast Trains for
Dhanbad & Deogarh
Authorisation of Tour Operators
Development of Forest areas as
Tourist spots
Building tourist bungalows
Arrangement
of
night
entertainment at sanctuaries
Repair and surfacing of
approach as well as tourist
roads inside the sanctuary
Training of local inhabitants for
guiding tourists groups
Arrangement of RTVs for
Tourist transit.
Promotion of the Spot
Augmentation of Power Supply
Ministry of Railways
Local Authorities &

State Government
Availability of Potable Water

Medical Facility
Development of Local People
Education
Housing
Employment
Arrangement of Tribal Haats at:Panchgagh fall,
Netarhat,
Devgarh,
Hundru,
Sugabandh,
Sun Temple,
Tilaiya Dam
Ensuring Safety of the Tourists
Monitoring Activity
JTDC
FDC & JTDC
Ministry of Power, Govt.

of Jharkhand
World wide Fund for

Nature supports the
promotional activity
Local
Participation
Private Investors
Local
Civic
Authorities
Public Health Engineering

Department
Department of Health,
Govt. of Jharkhand
Concerned Ministries of Ministry of Culture &
State
Government, Rural Development,
TCDC, TWRI
Government of India
TCDC
JTDC
Tourism Task force to be

constituted
comprising
of :JTDC, Ministry of Home
Affairs, central Govt. and
Govt. of Jharkhand.
JTDC
Professional
Agencies
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Medium Plan (2007-2012)
Emphasis should be given on qualitative development rather than

quantitative. These measures will have longer impact on industry. In
this
phase
the
govt.
should
take
some
infrastructure
and
communication initiatives to strengthen tourism industry.
State government should develop tourist bungalows at high traffic

spots like Betla, Hazaribagh Sanctuary, Devgarh, and Jasidih
Highway (developed during short-term plan). This will motivate the
tourists to plan an overnight trip as well as tour operators will also
have an opportunity to plan new packages for various sub-groups
of tourists.
Implement the products suggested by Consultant at various spots.
Improve the communication infrastructure like satellite connectivity,

telephone spread, Mobile connectivity at various spots, cable
connection to various break points etc.
Information sharing and networking of various department should

be implemented so that anyone from anywhere can have access
to relevant and required information will strengthen the image of
state regulatory body in turn attract more aware visitors to state.
Emphasis should be given in establishing some development

institutions for tourism & hospitality industry. The culture should be
refurnished according to tourist expectations. Regular satisfaction
ratings should be maintained and analyzed. This function should
be performed through local inhabitants to serve both the purpose
of area development as well as tourism development.
Eco tourism plan should be reviewed and corrective measures

should be formulated on past experiences. These plans should
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take care of tribal participation and development state government

plan to shares earning from forest reserves with tribals should be
reviewed on viability parameters and achievements should be
communicated to both parties. This will help them to retain
positive features and works on lag points.
State funding in infrastructure should be broadened through

building highways developing 6-lane expressway for RanchiJamshedpur, New Resorts for accommodation. Leisure parks at
Khunti, Lake View Hotel at Tilaiya dam, Watch Tower at Netarhat
etc.
A 4-runway airport that can host at least 8-10 domestic flights per
day should be developed in Ranchi. In addition two more at
Jamshedpur and Daltenganj should be an added means of
communication for tourists. Both of these can be small airports.
State government should co-ordinate with AAI and central
government.
Rail connectivity should be properly funded and almost all the

district headquarters should be connected by broad gauge line.
Trains should be efficiently routed through Indian railway. Konkan
railway was a herculean task in initial phase but now the route
itself is an adventure trip for the visitors and impact can be viewed
on tourist inflow. Jharkhand should also have a rail service of
those characteristics.
A synopsis of the Medium Term Plan is presented below.
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LONG TERM PLAN (2012-2022)

Performance appraisal of strategies implemented during Short as
well as Medium term plan.
Though the traffic has been projected till 2022 but due to
uncertainty in economic & political scenario of India the anticipated
traffic may not be as per the projections hence it is necessary to
review the various stages in the medium term plan & keep a close
watch on the developments.
Spread of State Highway in Eastern and Western part of Jharkhand
should be reviewed. Some new highways should be constructed to
improve the ratio of roads/ thousand populations.
Power Load factor (PLF) of different Power projects is an
impediment that affects not only state development but also tourism
industry as a whole. Most of the plants are PSU operated, strategy
should be implemented to improve the ratio with changes in capital
assets as well as sops offered to them.
Tourism department should undertake community development
plans and co-ordinate with other related departments in order to
generate most of the strategies implemented during short and
medium term.
Damodar & Swarnrekha River is most polluted river of state and
environmental experts projects degradation of water & its level, if no
corrective measures are taken by the concerned authorities.
Tourism Department should motivate a speedy implementation of
these measures.
Spots should be reclassified according to Tourist interest and
respective inflow. Identified hot spots should be rightly promoted to
attract more diverse tourists.
Amenities at various spots like Waterfalls, Lakes, and Hills should
be refurnished to give rejuvenation to the particular spots.
A synopsis of the Long Term Plan is presented below:-
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Name of the Plan

Key Criteria
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Nodal Agency
Long Term Plan

2012-22
Performance Appraisal of Strategies adopted in the
earlier plans
JTDC
Amenities
Review of spreadth of State

Highway in Eastern and
Western part of Jharkhand
Strategy to be implemented in
order to improve Power Load
Factor with changes in capital
assets as well as sops
offered to them
Community
Development
plans to be implemented
JTDC and Dept. of PWD

(Roads)
Support
Ministry of Power, Govt. of

Jharkhand
JTDC
Ministry
of
Human
Resource Development
Reduction of Environmental Ministry of Environment of JTDC

Pollution
and
recharging Forests, Govt. of Jharkhand
water level
Amenities at various tourist JTDC
Development Agencies
spots to be refurnished &
rejuvenated (if required)
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CHAPTER - 5
ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT
5.1.0 Introduction
5.1.1
The basic objective of center under MOEF are :

-
Conservation and Survey of flora, fauna, forests and wildlife.
Prevention and control of pollution.
Afforestation and regeneration of degraded areas and
Protection of environment
These objectives are to be fulfilled by
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Eco-regeneration
Assistance to organizations implementing environmental and forestry

programmes
Promotion of environmental and forestry research
Dissemination of environmental information
International cooperation
Creation of environmental awareness among all sectors
5.1.2 Under the provision of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification,

various expert committees were reconstituted for different sectors for
appraisal of projects received for environmental clearance.
5.1.3 Keeping in view the size of the projects and their environmental impact, the
Ministry has further amended the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) notification,
in August, 2001 to dispense with the requirement of public hearing in various
categories of projects like widening and strengthening of highways, mining
projects with lease area of up to 25 ha. Units located in export processing
zones. Special economic zones, modernization of existing irrigation canals,
Preparation of 20 years perspective Plan for State of Jharkhand
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small-scale industrial undertakings located in industrial estates/areas or under

the jurisdiction of industrial development authorities.
5.1.4 In order to make the provisions of wildlife (protection) Act, 192 more effective,
a draft Amendment Bill was prepared by the Ministry and was vetted by
Ministry of Law.
5.1.5 There are 89 natural parks and 497 wildlife sanctuaries in the country
covering an area of 1.56 lakh sq. kms.
5.2.0 EIA
5.2.1 Most of the developmental activities use natural resources as raw material
and waste generated is disposed into different environmental media. The
signs of stress on the scarce natural resources are evident from the
deteriorating air quality, soil degradation, polluted river and streams and in
general status of environment in various regions. It is now well recognized
that, for sustainable development and optimal use of natural resources,
environmental considerations are required to be integrated in planning,
designing and implementation of development projects. The envisaged
benefits from development projects cannot be fully realized unless they are
environmentally and socially sound and sustainable
5.2.2 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is one of the proven management

tools for incorporating environmental concerns in development process and
also in improved decision-making. The growing awareness, over the years, on
environmental protection and sustainable development has further given the
needed emphasis on requirement of sound environmental management
practices through preparation of Environment Management Plans for
minimizing the impact from developmental activities. The process of
Environment Impact Assessment is pictorially depicted in the diagram below: -
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Defining Proposal
EIA Not Required
Uncertain
EIA Required
Initial
SCREENING
Environmental
Evaluation
SCOPING
Reject
Approve
Define Issues
Identify Impacts
Predict Impacts
Assess Impacts
Identifying Monitoring
Identifying Mitigation
EIA PREPARATION
&
IMPLEMENTATION
Review
Reject
EIA Preparation
Approve
Implementation
MONITORING
Monitor
AUDITING
Auditing
Fig. 5.1: Stages of EIA Process
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It is desirable that new tourism projects should not bring about any impairment
to the environment. Hence the consultant feels that due cognizance be given
to the environmental aspects and proposes that environment impact
assessment should be made an integral part of all forthcoming projects. The
EIA matrices of all the new products suggested in Chapter 4 are enclosed
herein.
Key to the Matrices

+ = Beneficial Effect
1 = Marginal impact
- = Negative Effect
2 = Controllable impact
3 = Appreciable impact
4 = Severe impact
Table 5.1: Impact Identification Matrix for proposed Urban Haat at Ranchi &
Jamshedpur
Water
Soil
Noise
Flora/ Fauna
Deforestation
Socio- Economics
Land Development
-2
-2
-2
-2
-2
-2
+2 -2
Construction Activities
-2
-1
-2
-2
-2
-2
+3 -2
Aspects
Landscaping
+2
+2
Aesthetics
Activities
Air
Environmental
+3
Development of Green Belt
+2
+2 +3 +2
+3 +3
Haat in Operation
+2
+2
+3 +3
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Table 5.2: Impact Identification Matrix for proposed Hot Air Ballooning at Betla
Soil
Noise
Land - Use
Deforestation
Flora/ Fauna
Socio- Economics
Aesthetics
Environmental
-1
-1
+1
-1
-1
+3
+3
Preparation of Launching Site
-1
Water
Activities
Air
Aspects
Training of Pilot
+3
Training of Ground Staff
+3
Flight Plan identification
-1
Test Flights
-1
Inflation of Balloon
Launching of Balloon
-1
-1
Balloon in Flight
Deflation of Balloon
+1
+3
-1
Ground Crew Activities
-1
-1
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Table 5.3: Impact Identification Matrix for proposed Ayurvedic Centre at Betla
Socio- Economics
Aesthetics
Environmental
-2
-2
+2 -2
-2
+3
+3
-2
-2
-2
-2
+3
-2
-2
-2
-2
-2
Land Development
-2
Construction Activities
-2
Erection
of
Waste
Disposal
-2
&
Treatment Facility
Erection of Water Treatment Plant
Development of Gardens
+3
Landscaping Activities
Operation of the Centre
+1
-2
-2
-2
-1
Flora/ Fauna
Land Acquisition
Deforestation
Land - Use
Noise
Soil
Activities
Water
Air
Aspects
-2
-2
+3
+3
+2
+2
+3
+3
+3
+2
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5.3.0 STEPS FOR CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES INCLUDING

FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE
5.3.1 Biosphere Reserves

A total of 13 Biospheres Reserves have been set up so far in the country
in order to protect representative eco-systems and to serve as laboratories
for evolving alternative models of development.
5.3.2 Wetlands, Mangroves and Coral Reefs

Management Action Plans were prepared for 19 wetlands so far for
conservation and management and two research projects were also
approved to Supplement Management Action Plans. In order to designate
more wetlands as Ramsar sites in the country, India has sent details of 16
wetlands to Ramsar Bureau after getting authentication of maps from
Survey of India, Dehradun.
The National Committee on Mangroves and Coral Reefs endorsed the

recommendation of the sub-committee and financial assistance was
provided to identified mangrove areas in the respective states.
The Bio-safety protocol has been signed by 105 countries, of which, eight
have ratified it. India signed the protocol on 23-1-2001 and actions are
being initiated to ratify the same.
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5.3.3 Govt. of India have launched a centrally sponsored scheme entitled `Ecodevelopment around National Parks and Sanctuaries including Tiger
Reserves in the year 1991-92. The basic objective of the Eco-development
program is to reduce biotic pressure in the Protected Areas (PAs) by
alleviating the hardship faced by the villagers living in and around the National
Parks and Sanctuaries. This happens due to curtailment of their access for
grazing, fuel wood, fodder and collection of various non-timber forest products.
5.3.4 Threatened Species
India contains 172 species of animals considered globally threatened by

IUCNB, or 2.9% of the worlds total of number of threatened species
(Groombridge, 1993). These include 53 species of mammals, 69 birds, 23
reptiles and 3 amphibians. India contains globally important populations of
some of Asias rarest animals, such as Bengal Fox, Asiatic Cheetah, Marbled
Cat, Asiatic Lion, Indian Elephant, Asiatic Wild Ass, Indian Rhinoceros,
Markhor, Gaur, Wild Asiatic Water Buffalo.
The protection of wildlife has a long tradition in Indian history. Wise use of
natural resource was a prerequisite for army hunter societies, which dates
back to at least 6000 BC. As more and more land become settled or
cultivated., so these hunting reserves were subsequently declared as national
parks or sanctuaries, mostly after indpenedence in 1947.
5.3.5 Activities under Eco-development Programme

Keeping in view the primary objectives of satisfying the basic need of local
people and improving the productivity of buffer zone of protected areas,
following socio-economic welfare activities are envisaged in Eco-development
programme.
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Raising of fuel-wood and fodder plantations of fast growing indigenous

species.
2.
Soil Water conservation measures in cultivated fields.
3.
Setting up of small irrigation dams/ circuits
4.
Fixing of solar street lights in the village
5.
Supply of improved chullahs, solar cookers and gobar gas plants
6.
Setting up of fixed/mobile dispensaries including vaccination/familyplanning clinics.
7.
Setting up of livestock veterinary centers.
8.
Providing safe drinking water
9.
Setting up cottage industries based on appropriate technology.
10.
Development of agriculture, sericulture, pisiculture etc.
11.
Training of staff, volunteers, village level workers in Eco-development

and related activities/techniques.
Funding
Govt. of India under its centrally sponsored scheme extends 100% financial
assistance to the State Governments for implementing the programme in P.As.
During 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95 and 1995-96 financial assistance of Rs.
4.20 crores, Rs. 4.84 crores, Rs. 3.46 crores and Rs. 4.67 crores was
extended respectively to various state governments.
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5.4.0 Project Tiger
5.4.1 Twenty-seven Tiger Reserves have so far been set up in various states
covering an area of about 37,761 sq. km. in the country. An amount of Rs.
18.35 crores was released to the various Tiger Range states including North
Eastern states, as on December 2001 under the project tiger scheme.
Palamau Tiger Reserve is located in the district of Palamu in the State,

situated in Chhotanagpur plateau between latitudes 2325- 2355 North and
longitudes 8350E - 8436 E in the state of Jharkhand.
It was created on 4th June, 1974 when initially only 9 sites were selected
under Tiger preservation programme. There are two forest divisions, divided
into Ranges, beats and sub beats.
i) Project Tiger Division: Betla Range, Chhipadohar East Range,

Chhipadohar West Range and Kutku Range. Area of this Division spreads
over 575 sq. kms.
ii) Daltonganj South Forest Division: Garu East Range, Garu West Range,
barasand Range and Mahuadanr Range. Total area of Daltonganj South
Division spreads over 730 sq. km, including Mahuadanr Range, which is
outside the tiger reserve.
The total of the Project Tiger Circle is 1306 sq. kms. All the Zamindari forests
were notified as protected forests under the provision of Indian Forest Act
1927 vide various notifications from 1953 to 1966. All these protected forests
are right burdened forests. A total of 979.67 sq. km area of Palamu Tiger
Reserve has been declared Palamu wildlife sanctuary under section 18(1) of
the Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972 vide S.O no. 1224 dated 17.7.79. Out of that
an area of 226.32 sq. km has been notified as Betla National Park in 1996.
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Palamu Tiger Reserve has wide range of biological diversity. It is

located in Deccan Peninsula Biogeographic zone, in the Chhotanagpur
Plateau Province (6D). Tiger is the main species of vital importance.
Population of tiger has gradually increased during last 35 years due to
improvement of ecosystem. Some of the most endangered species like
Ratel Mouse dear, Python, Pangolin, Black-necked crane, Four-horned
antelope etc. are represented in the area.
In addtion to the above it is catchment of three river North Koel,

Aurange and Burha. Forests of the Reserve intercepts rainfall and
increases ground water recharge. It protect the rivers, streams against
siltation by minimizing soil erosion.
Tiger (Panthera tigris)

Leopard (Panthera pardus)
Bison/Indian gaur (Bos gaurus)
Elephent (Elephas maximus)
Giant squirrel (Ratufa macroura)
Pangolin (Manis Crassicaudata)
Python (Python molurus)
Indian Wolf (Canis Lupas Pallipes)
Sloth bear (Melursus ursinus)
Black-necked crane (Grus Nigricollis)
Malabard pied hornbill (Anthracoceros coronatus)
Pea-fowl (Pavo cristatus)
Jungle Cate (Felis chaus)
Leopard cat (Felis bengalensis)
Ratel (Mellivora capensis)
Indian Shikra (Accipiter badius)
Monitor lizard (Ivaranus Bengalensis)
Four-horned antelope (Tetracerus Quadricornis)
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Palamu Tiger Reserve is very rich in biodiversity and various wild life
species have been included in Rd data book of the I.U.C.N.
(International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources)
and the appendices of C.I.T.E.S (Convension on International Trade in
Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna).
The people living in and around the reserve gets their requirements of
fuel-wood, fodder, small timber, thatch, bamboo, edible mushroom,
honey, myrabolans, Tendu leaves, medicinal plants etc. In lieu they
protect and preserve the flora of the serve. It acts as recreation center
for Daltonganj town and the neightbouring areas.
Earlier employment was available to the villagers in forest extraction

work. They were engaged in extraction of Bamboo and Kendu leaves,
tiber etc. Bamboo of the area is very dense and widely spread and was
a major source of raw material for paper industries. For last 2-3 years
the work has stopped. The villagers get employment in different
forestry work. Development works are also implanted by district
administration, which given them employment.
Tourism is also a source of benefit as in the Betla area. Many tourist

guides have come up and some jeeps of private persons are engaged
for tourim purpose.
It has very wide range of bio-diversity and many endangered, rare and
threatened species of flora and fauna are found.
47
Species of mammals (39 Genera and 21 families)
174
Species of birds
970
Species of flora
25
Species of climbers
46
Species of Shrubs, many species of Grasses and
56
Species of valuable medicinal plants have been recorded.
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i) Northern Indian Moist Decidous Forest, Moist and Dry Peninsular Sal
Forest, Northern Dry mixed Decidous Forest, Aegle Forest, Dry
bamboo brakes etc.
ii) Supports significant population of wild life species specially Indian
Tiger, Asian Elephants, Elpards, Indian Gaur etc. which are
endangered species.
iii) Catchment conservation of North Koel, Auranga and Burha river and its
tributaries. Stable Eco-system with tremendous regeneration, self
supporting and self capability.
iv) Supports local tribal population (More than 50% of total population of
the area).
v) Potential for Wildlife tourism, aesthetic value, Nature interception and
education to tourists.
vi) Immense scope of wildlife research and educaton.
vii) Excellent habitat for top carniovores Tiger and Leopard.
The reserve is surrounded on three sides by Forests of Latehar Forest

Division, Ranchi West Forest Division, Garhwa South Forest Division and
Sarguja district of Madhya Pradesh, however northern side is mostly
cultivated area and Daltonganj township is only 20 kms from the boundary
of the reserve. The population of Tiger, Leopard, Gaur Elephant etc.
moves in and around the boundaries of the reserve. Mostly elephants
migrate even 10-15 kms, from the reserve in the Latehar, Garhwa South
Divisions, and Ranchi West Division. They also migrate to Sarguja district
of Chhathisgarh.
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The reserve is very rich in mammalian population. The population

dynamics of animals found in the reserve is given below:
Species
Tiger
Leopard
Elephant
Bison
Cheetal
Sambhar
Wild Boar
Barking Deer
Nilgai
Langur
Red Faced
Sloth Bear
Wild Dog
Wolf
Hyena
Peafowl
1994
49
60
140
740
15318
3029
6890
1834
52
28894
38035
369
646
290
41
4705
Estimated Number
1995
1996
1997
50
41
44
61
60
64
155
158
593
517
15859
13014
1881
2158
6943
8598
1861
1841
59
73
42563
28788
37983
42438
310
200
409
186
204
306
120
4196
-
1999
37-46
53-55
252
361
13134
2824
8679
2092
79
25007
33257
363
422
105
125
3630
Poaching of wild animals by outside was totally contained by providing

chained gages on all enterance points in the core and buffer. Villagers
were provided with crackers, kerosene oil, mashals and crop-protection
watchers to save their crops from depredation by wild animals. Ths
sympathy of villagers was also obtained.
Villages inside and outside the PA Ethnic Identities, Traditions, Customs,

Relationship between distinct groups of people, relationship with Forests.
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Village
There are 35 villages within 5 kms radius of Palamu Tiger Reserve i.e,
zone of influence. The reserve is a resource catchment for more than 199
villages. Three villages are situated in core zone, 161 villages are located
within multiple use zone and habitat management zone.
1,05,094 people residing in these 199 villages are almost completely

dependent on the PA for fuel wood, small timber, MFP and grazing. The
poor, landless masses have no other source of livelihood.
Population pressure intensity is evenly distributed. Forests of northern part

of the PA are under severe pressure. Forests of southern part of the
reserve are comparatively less burdened.
Population density is less than 87 persons per sq. km. There is enough
cultivable wastelands that can be developed into Orchard, Grasslands or
agricultural fields to mitigate pressure on PA.
Water scarcity during pinch period.
There are 322 identified water holes. Many gets dried up during summer
season. There is need for maintaining and improving by digging and
desilting.
Invasion of weed
Species like Lantana camera, Flemingia, Cassia tora, Parthenium,

Ocimum, Ageratum, conyzoides etc. and few climbers have invaded in
many areas. It causing hinderance for young regeneration and competing
with them.
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Other related problem of wildlife management

a)
b)
Man animal conflict : Man animal conflict arises due to mainly :
Cattle lifting by Tiger and Leopard
Crop raiding
Straying of wild animals in the fringe villages
Killing and causing injury to human and damager to their property.
Wildlife health, diseases: No epidemic has been reported in the reserve,

however, there are reports of spread of disease from cattle to wild
animals.
c)
Untrained officers and staff to manage Wildlife: Most of the officers and
staff posted in PTR are untrained in wildlife management. They do not
have orientation towards wildlife. IN some fields of activity it result in
improper or inefficient implementation of management practices.
d)
Population explosion and inadequate conservation awareness: Due to

increase of human population and lack of awareness among local
populace destruction of wildlife is noticed.
e)
Insufficient Infrastructure
Lack of strike force with sophisticated arms to tackle with modern

poachers, smugglers etc.
Lack of research and training facility
Lack of improved road network.
Lack of elephant proof trenches or electric fences in the areas

where elephant damages the crop.
There are 20 regisered awmillins and two timber depots in

Daltonganj, two deposts in Barwadih, two depots in Chhipadohar.
Illegal timber from the reserve are being used for house building,
furniture and other purposes.
There are 3 forest villages inside the core area of the reserve that
have not been rehabilitated. They all depend on the forest for
firewood small timber and fodder for their cattle. Besides, there are
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161 enclaved villages, whose people have rights to graze the cattle,
collect fuel wood and small timber and N.W.F.Ps from the reserve.
Presently the Palamu Tiger Reserve extends over an area of 1026 sq.
km. There are 44 compartments 124 KRFs, Old P.F and new P.F
which are demarcated by boundary pillars.
Zonation
In the previous management Plan, zonation of the area for specific

management practices was done.
1.
Core zone or wilderness zone
213 sq km
2.
Buffer zone or multiple use zone
813 sq. km
3.
Tourism zone
53.78 sq. km
(Over lapping) Eco-tourism zone
It is proposed to extend the area of PTR from 1026 sq. kms to 1169.01
sq. kms. Some of the area falling within the Garu East Range, Betla
Range and Chhipadohar East/West Range has been included which
were earlier not incorporated.
Presently, it is proposed to have following zones.
1.
Wilderness Zone or Core Zone
2.
Habitat Management Zone
3.
Multiple use Zone or Buffer Zone
4.
Tourism (overlapping) zone
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Objectives of Management
The objectives of management for this zone are to preserve it by giving

protection against all form of biotic interference.
This zone will be used for providing protection from biotic interference. The
area is rich in biodiversity and has got rights of the villages. There are 161
villages enclave this zone.
1. To protect the forest in the zone.

2. To meet the demand of fuel wood, bamboo, timber etc. of the local
people and others.
3. To implement Eco-development activities in the villages.
4. To improve and maintain the area congenial for wildlife.
Theme Plan
Strategies common for all zones have been discussed in this part of the
plan. The following are the strategies prepared for achieving the objectives.
Habitat Improvement: Habitat improvement works in any of the zone will

be based on following consideration.
a) Protecting, preserving and improving works inany of the zone will be

based on following consideration.
b) Protecting the habitat against factors causing degradation.
c) Providing conducive conditions suitable for target species.
d) Raising local, palatable and suitable grasses in the degraded and blank
areas.
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Eco-development is an important aspect of management of Palamu Tiger

Reserve. It has an important role in support of tiger conservation
programme because it can expose diverse categories of tourists to the
process of study of Tiger, its habitat and associated flora and fauna. The
tourists form a cross-section of society and thus they can help to generate
substantial positive pressure and favorable public opinion towards PA
management and bio-diversity conservation values.
It is proposed to create a tourist complex at Barwadih. Barwadih is an

important railway station where all trains stop. It has police station, post
office, market, health facilities and block headquarter.
The Palamu Tiger Reserve has a great potential for tourism. However, the
tourism has to be planned in such a way that it does not disturb the Biodiversity habitat and the delicate balance of ecological processes.
Therefore it is suggested to limit the tourist traffic in able tourism zone only.
To enable the people in general and tourists in particular to know about

the value of biodiversity conservation and management of Palamu Tiger
Reserve.
To provide employment opportunities to the local population in and around

the tourism zone so that they benefited from eco-tourism in Palamu Tiger
Reserve.
Palamu Tiger has been called treasure trove of biodiversity. Human

settlements in and around the Reserve put greater pressure than he
sustaining
capacity.
Therefore
the
objective
of
eco-development
programmes is for reducing the dependency of forest side communities on

the natural resources of protected (PAS).
Conservation of natural resources of the reserve is the overall target of

eco-development project. The strategy of eco-development aims to
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conserve biodiversity by mitigating negative impacts of local people on the

PTR and the PTR on local people. The project has been designed for
improvement and involvement of local people.
The general objectives of Eco-development is as given under:
i)
To reduce negative impacts of local people on biodiversity, reduce

negative impacts of Pas on local people and increase collaboration
of local people in conservation.
ii)
To develop more effective and extensive support for eco

development.
In addition to the above mentioned general objectives of Eco-development

the site specific main objectives of Eco-development can be enumerated
as mentioned below:
i)
To promote people participation in conservation, management and

protection.
ii)
To improve capability of EDC, NGOs, NGIs etc. by providing

suitable training and organizing study tours etc.
iii)
To provide support and assistance of expert services by contracted

NGOs and NGIs.
iii)
To prepare eco- microplans of 199 villages situated in and around

of the Reserve by ensuring people participation based on PAMIA
exercises.
iv)
To evolve with the participation of local people, workable

mechanism to mitigate Mutual Negative Impacts (i.e, impact of
people on PA and of PA on people) and to incorporate these
mechanism in the microplans.
v)
To find out implement sustainable models of economic activities for

the poor people to minimize their dependence on P.A.
vi)
To minimize man animal conflict by constructing suitable barrier like

ET and electric fencing and also by paying compensation in time.
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To ascertain suitable mechanism of Updation or making changes in

Micro Plan in accordance with findings and of monitoring and
research.
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ENVIRONMENT RELATED TOURISM
Some spots earmarked for promotion of Environment Related Tourism
These ecosystems have become the major resource for ecotourism in

India.
1.
Biosphere Reserves
2.
Mangroves
3.
Coral Reefs
4.
Deserts
5.
Mountains and Forests
6.
Flora and Fauna
7.
Seas, Lakes and Rivers
8.
Caves
Biosphere reserves are multipurpose protected areas for preservation

of the genetic diversity and integrity of plants, animals and
microorganisms in representative ecosystems.
Mangroves are very specialized forest ecosystems of tropical and

subtropical regions bordering sheltered sea coasts and estuaries.
Major mangroves areas are :

i)
Northern Andaman and Nicobar islands
ii)
Sunderbans (West Bengal)
iii)
Bhitarkanika and Mahanadi Delta (Jharkhand)
iv)
Coringa, Godavari Delta and Krishna Estuary (Andhra Pradesh)
v)
Pichavaram and Point Calimere (Tamil Nadu)
vi)
Goa
vii)
Gulf of Kutch (Gujarat)
viii)
Coondapur (Karnataka)
ix)
Vembanad (Kerala)
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Establish standards, building codes and other regulations.
Specify environmental, physical and social carrying capacities to limit

development activities.
Ensure continuous monitoring of adverse effects of tourism activities and

initiate suitable corrective measures.
Recognise and award quality labels to ecotourism operators.
Provide visitor information and interpretation services covering particularly

(i) what to see (ii) How to see (iii) how to behave. It be by way of brochures,
leaflets, specialized guides, visitor information centers and such.
Prepare and widely distribute codes of conduct to all visitors.
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5.5.0
CONCLUSIONS
5.5.1
All the Tiger Reserves face increasing biotic pressure. To resolve it site
specific eco-development plans should be formulated to ensure the
participation of the local communities in the protection of these vial natural
resources.
-
Ensure their survival
Reduce the pressures on them and
Create a genuine harmony between local communities

and the tiger reserve.
5.5.2 Project Tiger Reserves and all the biodiversity that abounds in them will not
be harvested for commercial exploitation used for dam sites or other mega or
mini projects.
5.5.3 All Tiger Reserve face increasing threats from the poachers and smugglers of
animals, wood and other vital forest produce.
5.5.4 All the tiger-bone trade booms in the Far East, India will take vital steps not
only to ensure that her tigers are safe from external threats but also rally world
communities to oppose the use of tiger bones in eastern medicine.
5.5.5 A new strategy will unfold to strengthen the protection of these areas in the
light of new pressures and effective legal procedures formulated for quick and
timely action.
5.5.6 A focus on research, on specific wildlife training and on increasing the

motivation of the staff towards their duties in already a part of new strategies
for better and more effective management.
5.5.7 Local communities, their participation, involvement and commitment are vital
for the future safety of these areas.
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5.5.8 A major educational effort has to be made to increase the level of awareness
of urban dwellers who appear to have grown distant from nature because of
the prevailing lifestyle in the citities that exact a heavy toll the natural
resources.
5.5.9 Project Tiger will therefore refocus, restructure and reformulate its strategies ,
but ultimately it is only through a collective approach where the local people,
the urban dwellers and the state governments play a conservative role,
together, that a new and dynamic era in tiger conservations will commence, to
save the tiger and his habitat.
5.5.10 In recent years, it has been observed that Joint Forest Management (JFM)
has been successful, by and large in managing forests in a sustainable
manner in various parts of the country. This approach has exemplified fruitful
collaborative efforts of the forest department. And the local communities in
expediting the process of forest conservation. Local communities have been
motivated to protect a section of the forests for a fixed time along with the
Forest Department and in lieu of which they have been permitted to have
access to various forest. Similar laws, which contain tenure and profit sharing
incentives, have been passed in favor of improved conservation in the buffer
zone areas of the existing protected areas. All of such community based
management regimes have met the subsistence and income generating
needs of the local communities and provided them with the tenure security
they need to protect the forest resource base.
These approaches are now in dire need of the integration of strict

conservation objectives that would compliment and enhance livelihoods.
WWF - India intends to evolve a paradigm by using the JFM approach
whereby communities gain incentives and technical skills to conserve critical
habitat of globally and locally significant species of animals and plants, while
managing the resource base in a manner that will meet subsistence needs
and increase household incomes.
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Chapter 6: Financial Plan and Funding
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CHAPTER - 6
FINANCIAL PLAN AND FUNDING
6.1.0 List of Projects undertaken during the IX th Plan Period
6.1.1 IX th Five Year Plan Period Outlay
As per the Data collected from Department of Tourism, Government of

Jharkhand, 5 Tourism development schemes have already received fund
during the IX th Plan period. The outlay, Central and State government shares
and status are indicated in the Table below:-
Table 6.1: IXth Plan Outlay for the State of Jharkhand

(All figures in Rs. Lakhs)
Pattern of Funding
IX th Plan Outlay
Name of the Scheme

Central Share
Tourist
Staus
(1997-2002)
State Share
Central Share
State Share
Complex
16,88,000
2,26,000
8,00,000
2,13,000
Complex
26,56,000
3,43,000
5,98,500
45,00,000
4,50,000
23,93,800
Tourist Resort Palna,
27,49,000
2,50,000
1296,900
28,52,000
7,40,000
0.50,000
Topchanchi
Tourist
Chandil
Tourist
Resort
Getalsud
Jamshedpur
Wayside
Facility
Lohardaga
(Source: Department of Tourism, Government of Jharkhand)
* - Project did not get underway in the year 2001-02 due to non-availability of
land and has been carried forward to the proposed Xth Plan period as
elaborated below.
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Draft Xth Plan Outlay

The draft Xth Plan Outlay for the State of Jharkhand containing all the Tourism
Development Schemes carried forward from the IX th Plan period as also new
schemes propounded in the Xth Plan period.
Table 6.2: Xth Plan Outlay proposed for development of Tourism

in the State of Jharkhand
X th Plan Outlay
Sl No.
Name of the Scheme
(2002-2007)
Central Share
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Tourist Complex Topchanchi

Tourist Complex Chandil
Tourist Resort Getalsud
Tourist Resort Palna, Jamshedpur
Wayside Facility Lohardaga
Purchase of Equipments for Water Sports in Tilaiya,
Rukha, Khanddidam
Purchase of Equipments for Hot Air Balooning and Para
Sailing at Betla, Netarhat and Gua
Purchase of Equipments for Light and Sound Show in
Betla Fort
Construction of Ropeway from:Tagone Hill to Rock Garden in Ranchi
Wayside aminities along Highways:
1.
Jamshedpur Bahragora Highway
2.
Ranchi Gumla Rourkela Highway
3.
Ranchi Lohardagga Neterhat Highway
4.
5.
Ranchi Chaibasa Highway
6.
Ranchi Koderma Highway
Total
16,88,000
26,56,000
45,00,000
27,49,000
28,52,000
2,00,00,000
State Share
2,26,000
3,43,000
4,50,000
2,50,000
7,40,000
2,00,00,000
1,00,00,000
10,00,00,000
10,00,00,000
4,80,00,000
1,20,00,000
21,24,45,000
11,40,09,000
Note: The serial Nos. 1 to 5 indicate the Tourism Projects that have been carried
forward from the IX th Plan period and the New Tourism Projects identified under Xth
Plan are elucidated from serial no. 6 to 10. The annual plans for tentative
implementation are shown in the Table below:-
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Table 6.3: Annual Plan for the New Schemes for Development of Tourism in the
State of Jharkhand
Particulars
Year
of
Commencement
Cost
Estimates in
Lakhs
Xth
Plan
(Proposed
Outlay)
2002
200
200
Annual Plan
02-03
(Proposed
Outlay)
200
2002
200
200
200
2003
100
100
2003
2000
2000
2002
600
600
200
3200
3200
600.00
Purchase of Equipments for Water

Sports in Tilaiya, Rukha, Khanddidam
Purchase of Equipments for Hot Air
Balooning and Para Sailing at Betla,
Netarhat and Gua
Purchase of Equipments for Light and
Sound Show in Betla Fort
Construction of Ropeway from:Tagone Hill to Rock Garden in Ranchi
Wayside aminities along Highways:
1.
Jamshedpur
Bahragora
Highway
2.
Ranchi Gumla Rourkela
Highway
3.
Ranchi Lohardaga Neterhat
Highway
4.
5.
Ranchi Chaibasa Highway
6.
Ranchi Koderma Highway
Total
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Inventory of State Tourism Properties
The Department of Tourism, Government of Jharkhand are in the process of sorting

out the inventory of State Tourism Properties with BSTDC, which looked after
tourism development activity prior to the etching out of the State of Jharkhand from
Bihar.
Table 6.4: Inventory of Jharkhand State Tourism Properties

Name of the Unit
Location
Hotel Birsa Vihar
Ranchi
Hotel Prabhat Vihar
Netarhat
Tourist Bunglow No. 2
Netarhat
Tourist House
Netarhat
Hotel Ratna Vihar
Dhanbad
Tourist Complex
Dhanbad
Hotel Van Vihar
Betla
Tourist House
Betla
Hotel Aranya Vihar
Hazaribag
Way Side Facility
Barhi
Tourist Complex
Oraon
Hotel Natraj Vihar
Deoghar
Hotel Baidyanath Vihar
Deoghar
Hotel Basuki Vihar
Basukinath
Jatrika Madhuban
Madhubani
Tourist Complex Rikhia
Rikhia
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6.2.0 FINANCIAL PLAN AND FUND REQUIREMENT
6.2.1 The Plan

The Tourism Perspective Plan mentioned in the previous chapter for
development of basic infrastructure, tourism product development and
creation of selective tourism circuits requires a sizeable capital investment
towards creation of additional facilities to cater the needs of projected flow of
tourist traffic.
6.2.2 For working out the plan following structure has been adopted.
i)
Costing of Basic Facilities

Table 6.5: Costing of facilities
Facilities
Tourist Facilitation Centre
Average
Cost
(Rs. Lacs)
6-8
Sanitation/Public
Conveniences
6 7.2
Approach Roads
1100-1200
Cafeteria/Wayside
120-140
Amenities
Locations
Betla/
Delhi/
Ranchi/
Jamshedpur
Hazaribagh
Sanctuary,
Panchgagh Fall /Rock Garden
Sugabandh/ Maithon Dam/
Hatia dam
Lodh Fall/ Hundru Fall /
Dasam fall/ Salpharni Dam/
Sugabandh /Vaitinda fall/
Panchgagh /Crocodile park/
Dalma sanctuary
Bundu/Khunti/Latehar/
Sugabandh/Mahuadandh/
Angara check post/ Maithon
dam/Netarhat/Surajkund/
Konar Dam/ Dalma National
Park, Betla National park.
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Table 6.5 (Contd.): Costing of Facilities

Facilities
Potable water
Average
Cost
(Rs. Lacs)
12-18
Landscaping /Garden
35-40
Parking Area
15-18
Museum / Trico Emporium

Security Booth
50-60
4-8
Power Back-up 25 KVA

Budget Hotels
[200-250 rooms]
20-24
400
Locations
Hundru Fall/ Panchgagh/ Rock

Garden/Hatia Dam/ Netarhat/
Konar Dam/ Salpharni Dam/
Tilaiya Dam/ Johna falls
Rock Garden/ Hatia Dam/
Maithon Dam/ Tilaiya Dam
Hundru
Fall/
Lodh
fall/
Baidyanath Temple /Netarhat
Betla/ Jamshedpur
Lodh
fall/
Hazaribagh
sanctuary/Dhanbad
Various circuits
Hazaribagh,
Netarhat,
Chaibasa, Ranchi.
Description of Facilities
Tourist Facilitation Center
A 175 sq. ft. built up area (at desired location) with necessary tourist
maps, brochures and other guidance on the spots.
Communication facility in the form of STD, Fax machine, along with
necessary lighting arrangements. Besides this, provision of a water
cooler facility, tables for office workers and chairs for visitors.
Arrangement of shared taxi/shuttle service for the visitors.
The average expenditure is expected to be Rs. 1.80-2.00 lacs per
center.
Sanitation & Public Convenience
A 100 sq. ft built up area with lavatory & toilet facilities separately
for ladies & gents needs to be constructed along with overhead
water storage tanks.
The necessary lighting facilities as well as 2 wash basins to be
provided along with SS fittings.
The average expenditure is expected to be Rs. 1.00 1.20 lacs per
center.
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Cafeteria / Wayside Amenities
It is proposed to have Highway Motels at the mentioned areas

separately for domestic and international visitors having different
types of food/snacks with a full-fledged kitchen facility.
An 800 sq.ft built up area with hygienic interior, necessary lighting
and other fixtures, chairs & tables along with a washroom. In
certain cases also have a provision of A.C
The average expenditure is expected to be of the order of 10-14
lacs per center.
Approach road
An approach tar road 3.75 mt wide (each lane) of two lanes are
proposed at Hundru fall, Lodh fall, Crocodile park, Panchgagh. The
total road length shall be 60-65 kms.
An approach morum road 3 mt. wide is proposed at Dasam fall,
Jonha fall, Salpharni dam, Dalma national park, Vaitinda fall. Total
road length shall be 30-35 kms.
The approximate cost in case of tar road shall be shall be Rs.1000
lacs plus the cost of morum road shall be around 165-180 lacs.
Budget hotels
It is estimated to have 15-20 rooms per hotel along with necessary

infrastructure facility as well as interiors and parking area.
The approximate cost shall be Rs.90 lacs per hotel excluding land
cost.
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6.2.3 Sector wise classification of expenditure includes the following:

Basic infrastructure
Manpower
Marketing and Promotion
Identified Products
Selectrive Tourism Spots
The expenditure of the development plan has been segregated into short
term; medium term and long term plan on the lines suggested in point no.
4.4.0 of Chapter four.
6.2.4 The annual fund requirement for tourism perspective plan for the state of
Jharkhand is indicated in the following Table 6.6.
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2002
2003
2004
SHORT
2005
2006
2007
Subtotal
2008
2009
2010
MEDIUM
2011
2012
Subtotal
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
LONG
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
Subtotal
GRAND TOTAL
5
15
200
20
15
255
5000
2000
8000
5000
20000
20255
150
250
300
700
1000
1500
2500
3500
8500
1500
500
500
2500
11700
10
15
25
30
15
95
300
2000
2500
4800
1500
1500
2000
2000
2500
3500
3500
16500
21395
Promotion/
Marketing
Manpower
Circuits
/Areas
Year
Product
Development
Term
Basic
Infrastructure
Table 6.6: Annual fund outlay of Jharkhand
Total
3
3
3
4
4
17
10
15
10
10
10
55
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
4
5
5
24
5
5
5
10
8
33
5
5
5
-
33
105
15
72
Thus the total plan outlay is of the order of Rs. 535 Crores.
5
33
373
302
354
24
1091
6315
5520
13015
3520
5018
33388
1510
2009
2009
2004
2004
2504
3504
3504
19048
53527
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6.3.0 Funding
Development of tourism infrastructure and improvement of tourism products

mainly consist of the following:
i)
Central
Financial
Assistance
for
integrated
infrastructure
development.
ii)
Central Assistance to State government for developing tourist

circuits and also for product development.
iii)
iv)
Package of incentives for promoting private investment in the

tourism sector
The different funding schemes of the Central Government are as

shown below and elaborated later: -
Central Government Schemes of Funding
Assistance for Integrated

Infrastructure Development
Basic Infrastructural Facility in
Assistance for developing tourist

circuits and also for product
development
identified tourist spots
Construction Schemes
Detailed Feasibility Study
Tourist Transport Vehicles
Preparation of Master Plans
Figure 6.1: Central Govt. Scheme for Funding Tourism
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6.3.1 Central Financial Assistance for Integrated Infrastructure

Development.
Under this scheme, assistance is granted to provide the

requisite basic infrastructure including roads, landscaping, water
and electricity supply, drainage, sewerage, waste disposal
system etc. in identified tourism spots.
The cost of development for each centre is proved to be shared

amongst the central govt state government and financial
institutions like Tourist Finance Corporation of India [TFCI],
State Finance Corporation etc.
All the detailed feasibility studies and preparation of Master Plan

will be funded by the Central Government. The developed land
will be allocated to investors for putting up the necessary
tourism superstructure in such a way that the loan component of
the development cost and the interest thereon is recovered in a
period of 8-10 years.
6.3.2 For developing tourist circuits and product development.
Since most of the infrastructure components and delivery

systems are within the preview of the state government,
providing financial assistance to State Government is mainly
developing
the
infrastructure
for
tourism.
The
central
Government investment for the improvement and creation of

tourism circuits are channelised through the state government
on a cost-sharing basis. The specific schemes for which
assistance is provided have been subdivided into:-
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a) Construction Schemes (forest lodges, tourist complex,

wayside
amenities,
tourist
reception
centre,
public
convenience etc.)
b) Tourist Transport (mini buses, jeeps etc. for wild life
viewing, cruise boats, ferry launches for water transport,
tourist coaches in selected circuits etc.).
The most popular pattern for funding is the `normal funding under
which, the Deptt. of Tourism, Govt. of India, meets almost the entire
expenditure except the cost of land and interior decoration in case of
the construction projects. Around 60% of the project cost has to be
raised as loan from financial institutions or banks. This method of
funding is applicable to bankable projects requiring large investment.
The state government desirous of availing the central assistance

follows the following procedure:
i)
Preparation of list of projects proposed to be taken up during a

particular year.
ii)
Discussion of the aforesaid list of the projects with the Deptt. of

Tourism Govt. of India.
iii)
Short-listing or prioritizing of approved schemes.
iv)
Submission of detailed project reports alongwith required

documents i.e. blue print of the project.
v)
Scrutinisation of projects and proposals with reference to the

yardsticks of approved schemes, their desirability and availability
of resources.
vi)
Approval of projects satisfying guidelines for financial assistance.
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Preparation of List of Projects by State Govt.
Discussion with Central Govt.
Shortlisting
Submission of DPR & related Documents
Scrutiny of Projects
Approval of Projects satisfying guidelines

Fig. 6.2: Procedure for Grant of Financial Assistance
Grant of Financial Assistance by Central Government

The grant of assistance to state government for the development of
tourism would include the following:
i)
Demand criteria i.e. number of popular tourist destinations and

volume of tourist traffic.
ii)
Supply criteria i.e. availability of tourist facilities in respective

centers.
iii)
Past performance and capacity criteria
iv)
Unique attractions of the state.
v)
Destination and circuits identified in the National Action Plan
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6.3.3 Institutional Assistance
The institutional assistance for developing tourism facilities is available

from domestic financial institutions i.e, TFCI, IFCI, SIDBI, SFCs, IDBI,
ICICI.
TFCI is a specialized all India development finance institution to cater

the needs of the tourism and related activities, facilities and services i.e.
hotels, restaurants, holiday, resorts, amusement parks and complexes,
safari parks, ropeways, cultural centers, convention halls, transport,
travel and tour operating agencies, air, taxi services etc. The salient
features of providing assistance by the Financial Institutions are:
i)
Providing all forms financial assistance for new, expansion,

diversification and renovation projects, related activities,
facilities and services.
ii)
Providing assistance by way of rupee loans, direct

subscription/underwriting
of
public
issues
of
shares/debentures.
iii)
Providing financial assistance to projects with capital cost of

Rs. 3 crores and above; projects costing upto 3 crores and
financed by TFCI alongwith the state level institutions/banks,
major projects are financed with other All India Institutions
like IFCI, IDBI, ICICI.
iv)
General norms of assistance are:

Minimum promoters contribution 30% of project cost
Debt: Equity Ratio 1.5:1
Interest Rate bond: 14.5% to 17% p.a.
Repayment period 8 to 12 years.
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6.3.4
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Package of Incentives for Promoting Private Investment in the

Tourism
For attracting private investment in the tourism sectors, the following

incentives are available.
i)
Priority status: Hotels and tourism related activities are

declared as priority sector for foreign investment. As a result,
100% foreign equity is permissible in the sector and automatic
approvals and also grant by the Reserve Bank of India for
foreign equity upto 51% and subject to specified parameters.
ii)
Interest Subsidy: Approved hotels upto 3 start category and

heritage hotels outside the 4 metro cities (Delhi, Mumbai,
Calcutta and Chennai) are eligible for interest subsidy ranging
from 3% to 5% in respect of loans taken from IFCI, TFCI and
State Financial Corporations. This subsidy increases in the case
of hotels constructed in the travel circuits -cum-destinations
identified for intensive development under the National Action
Plan for Tourism (NAPT).
iii)
Capital Subsidy for Heritage Hotels: Capital subsidy of 10% of

the project cost or Rs. 5 lakhs, which ever is less is available for
developing any structure (palace/fort/haveli etc.) of 75 years or
above as a heritage hotel, provided they are located outside the
limits of corporations/municipalities and areas having more than
100 hotel rooms.
iv)
Confessional Customs Duty: Customs duty on specified items

has been reduced to the level as applicable to project imports i.e,
25% provided the goods imported are required for the initial
setting up of the hotel or for any substantial expansion of the
hotel. Equipment for adventure sports can also be imported at a
confessional rate of duty. Customs duty on specialised foods
items have also been reduced to 25%.
v)
Income Tax Exemptions: 50% of the profits derived by hotels,

travel agents and tour operators in foreign exchange are exempt
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from income tax under section 80 HHD of the Income Tax Act.
The remaining profits in foreign exchange are also excempt if
reinvested in tourism related projects. In respect of hotels that
start operating in other places except Delhi, Calcutta, Mumbai
and Chennai, the deduction allowed is 30% only (for 10
assessment year).
vi)
Import of Essential Goods: Hotels and travel agents/tour

operators and restaurants approved by the department of
tourism, govt. of India are entitled to import essential goods
relating to the hotel and tourism industry upto a value of 25%
and 10% respectively of the foreign exchange earned by them
during the preceding licensing year.
vii)
Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme: the import

of capital equipment (including upto 10% under scheme at sl. No.
(v) above) by hotels and restaurants, travel agents and tour
operators is allowed at concessional rate of customs duty of
10% subject to an export obligation four times of cost, insurance
and freight (CIF) value of the imports to be fulfilled in a period of
5 years. In case of CIF value of the imports of 20 crores or more,
no duty is payable subject to export obligation to be 6 times the
CIF value and the period to be 8 years.
viii)
Liberalized Exchange Rate Management Scheme (LERMS):

Hotels, travel agents, tour operators and other organisations
connected with the tourist trade are covered under LERMS.
Authorised dealers can release foreign exchange for business
visits, participation in conferences, seminars, training etc. with
prior approval of the department of tourism. Under the Exchange
Earners Foreign Currency (EEFC) Accounts Scheme (extended
to hotels, travel agents, tour operators etc.), 25% of inward
remittances in foreign exchange can be credited to this account
and utilised for specified purposes.
ix)
Assistance for Development of International tourism (ADIT):

Travel agents and tour operators in the country are being given
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assistance under the scheme for market research, promotional

visits abroad etc. to develop markets abroad.
x)
Investment Facilitation Cell : This cell has been setup in the

Department of tourism, Govt. of India, for providing assistance of
perspective entrepreneurs including the following :
a)
Prepare investment profile for each state
b)
Establishing
linkages
with
embassies
and
other
institutions
c)
Process investment proposals received from both local

and foreign investors and obtain various approvals and
clearances from various agencies like FIB, SIA, MOEF
etc.
d)
Assist entrepreneurs in getting import licenses, finance

land etc.
e)
Provide technical assistance.
6.3.5 Private Sector Participation

The following projects would be considered for private sector
participation excluding land cost, in line with the different
schemes narrated above.
Table 6.7: List of Projects
Sl. No.
1
2
3
Project
Ballooning
Ayurveda Center
Urban Haat
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6.3.6
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Steps taken by the State Government to perpetrate Tourism in the

State
The emphasis of the annual plan is on creating a new infrastructure for
Tourism in Jharkhand. Out lays are indicated for various works such as
publicity, organizing cultural shows etc. With emphasis on ethnic
culture and attracting tourists to various spots and areas of historical
importance.
1.
INR 30 lakhs have been earmarked for Promotion of Tourism for

organization of prominent fairs and festival such as Hizla Mela in
Dumka District and Fairs in other districts of Jharkhand state.
For publicity INR 15 lakhs are earmarked.
2.
For opening of Tourist offices at Calcutta, Varanasi, Delhi,

Bombay, and Puri, an outlay of INR 25 lakh are earmarked.
3.
For the development of under developed tourist spots, an outlay

of 50 lakhs have been earmarked.
4.
For renovation of Tourist centres, a total outlay of INR 281 lakhs

have been earmarked.
5.
INR. 150 lakhs have been provided under TSP
6.
INR 1 Crore has been earmarked for Centrally Sponsored

Schemes.
7.
For modernisation and computerisation of Directorate of Tourism

INR 10.00 lakhs have been earmarked.
8.
For the Organisation of fairs and festivals and Publicity an outlay

of INR 30 lakhs has been earmarked.
9.
A total of Rs. 50 lakhs has been earmarked for construction of

roads in tourist sector.
10.
The department of tourism is also envisaging a preparation of 20

years perspective plan for sustainable tourism.
11.
It is proposed to develop Rajrappa, Parasnath, Deoghar,

Bastikinath, Jharkhand Dam & Netarhat in to modern tourist
centres. The places around the waterfalls at Rajmahal,
Sahebganj, Maithan, Tilaiya, Masanjors will also be developed
as Tourist Centres.
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6.3.7
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Development Approach
All projects assisted by Government of India and most of the Statesponsored projects will be bounded with the thrust areas.
Tourism Development Projects (in specified spheres to be identified

in individual cases) whose management is taken up by Municipal
Corporations, Municipalities, Notified Area Councils, Development
Authorities, Regional Improvement Trusts, Zila Parishads etc. may
be supported with an one time assistance of upto 50% of the
estimated cost (not exceeding a fixed ceiling) from the Government,
after the projects are completed in all respects.
Locations hitherto identified, as Tourists Centers shall be reviewed

for short listing of viable ones. These locations shall be supported
by publicity efforts according to importance.
6.3.8
Funding Initiatives from the State Government
The Directorate of Tourism and State Financing Agencies would make

every endeavor to assist the tourism projects in getting adequate
financial support from within and outside the state.
6.3.9
Thrust Areas That require immediate attention

A) Roads
The state will place high priority in planning new roads and
maintenance and improvement of existing roads that provide
linkage to thrust areas and other identified destinations of tourist
importance. The roads from
Ranchi- Jamshedpur, Ghaghra-
Netarhat Daltenganj.
The state will take steps to provide adequate transport services for
various categories of tourists. Five percent of the accrual from M.V.
Taxes will be earmarked for various passenger amenities.
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The Private sector shall be encouraged to invest in this field to the

maximum extent. Permits can be issued liberally by the Transport
Authorities in favor of the Tour Operators for operation of Deluxe and
Air-conditioned coaches and car on the identified travel routes.
Operation of three-wheelers and car-van rental service shall also be
encouraged.
Private entrepreneurs operating tourist taxis shall have to use meter

in accordance with the rules prescribed by the Transport Department.
Rates will be fixed distance-wise from point to point. Auto-rickshaw
will have meters.
For investment in the field of Tourist Transport Service, support of the

State Financing Institution and Banks will be organized.
B)
Air Connection
Air link is vital to attract investors, spur industrial/commercial activities

and also to promote tourism.
The State Government will have to make endeavors to have direct links
with important cities of the country.
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Hotels & Other Tourism related facilities
In view of the rising trend in the number of tourists visiting the state,
special attention will be given to increase the accommodation
facilities in important tourist centers in the state.
Hotels/Motels/Golf
courses/Ropeways
and
Wayside
Amenity
Centers satisfying the norms/conditions stipulated by the state

government.
Transport facility with air-conditioned car-coaches with minimum

capital investment of Rs. 15 lakhs operation in travel circuits
identified/certified by the Department of Tourism.
D)
Convention Tourism
Hoteliers,
industrial/business
houses
and
other
private
entrepreneurs will be encouraged to establish and maintain

convention centers, in order to attract national and international
meetings, conferences and cultural events. A large convention
complex will be established at Ranchi / Mc Cluskieganje and efforts
would be made to establish facilities at other important centers.
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Chapter 7: MARKETING AND PROMOTION STRATEGY
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CHAPTER SEVEN
MARKETING AND PROMOTION STRATEGY
7.1.0 Areas Identified
7.1.1 The development priorities of the government are to place the economy on a
significantly higher growth path that will deliver greater economic benefits in
the context of the new global economic and security order but also enhance
human well being, achieve social equity, sustainability and efficiency.
7.1.2 The perspective plan has identified certain areas and aspects that have to be
developed and promoted by the Tourism Department in close co-ordination
with the concerned departments/bodies/associations from time to time.
7.1.3 There are certain areas which can be focused on the type of tourists i.e.
Ethnic Tourism (Ranchi-Khunti- Chaibasa- Sahebganj)International Tourists

Adventure Tourism (Betla-Mahuadandh-Lodh)
- Domestic Tourists
Religious Tourism (Deoghar)
- Domestic Tourists
Nature Tourism (Water falls)
- Domestic Tourists
7.1.4 Keeping in view the above areas of development, the strategy has to be
focused and type specific, which shall vary & cannot remain an uniform
approach. The strategy for the development of tourism should be based on
the following
-
Connectivity
Infrastructure
Hygiene
Safety & Security
Affordability
Accessibility
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7.2.0 Strategy
7.2.1 The marketing of the proposed plan should be a 2-tier structure.
Ist tier
Creation of facilities
Creation of Awareness
Targeting the tourist communities (state specific)
2nd tier
Invitation of private participation

Providing operational incentives
To achieve these following steps need to be adopted
Project Jharkhand as a major destination within and outside the country.

Motivate international tourists at Varanasi to extend their trip and enjoy the
natures paradise (Betla - Lodh fall - Netarhat).
Identify the USPs of various circuits / products.
Focus on the operators and agents other than JTDC.
Improve inter destination connectivity.
Provision of Basic facilities [irrespective of the traffic] needs to be
developed at various identified areas.
Attract high-end tourist and focus on certain themes/products.
Provide tourist information services before their arrival at the station such
as
Historical & cultural background
Climate
Transportation schedules
Packages available
Location of shopping plazas, markets, postal facilities
Banks, medical facilities
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Regional institutions
7.2.2 The proposed strategy shall provide benefits if certain tools are provided such
as
Shuttle transport facilities between spots and nearest connecting
point.
Communication linkages
Tour operators the main promoter
Eligible Travel Agents should be authorized by State
Tourism department.
Provide budget for promotion [brochures, advertising]
Provide franchise for a particular territory.
Sales incentive (1%, 2% commission) on every booking
which the state government shall provide.
Develop a web site indicating the connectivity, infrastructure in
terms of accommodation, period to visit, excursion trip, name of
operators, availability of guides, and appropriate duration along with
cost components for Budget tourist.
Centralised booking system to be adopted i.e, single window

mechanism linking all PWD/ Forest bungalows/Tourist guesthouse
& bungalows. In Jharkhand all the Tourist Bungalows are still under
BSTDC so state tourism department should co-ordinate with them
for a successful implementation of this plan.
Invite private participation by giving promotional incentives such as:

Free land for a period of 8-10years [State owned] for
construction of 40 bed-50 bed hotels.
Provide operational incentives such as:
LT Transformer [Power line]
Bore well [water]
Vehicle [sales tax off]
Luxury tax and entertainment tax waiver for a period
of 5 years.
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Provide free mini buses for transit services wherein provide

Subsidy on interest
Provide/arrange for road licence
Fuel and maintenance to be borne by operator.
Strengthening of major arteries, take the assistance of centre

and state, the NHAI scheme of 50:50 participation.
For strengthening service roads, approach roads, additional

internal roads get assistance from PM Rural scheme [Gramin
Sadak Yojana].
Petrol pumps should be planned on various highways along with

a cafeteria to facilitate the trip and midway halt for the Tourists.
For remote areas, central power backup systems [generator 3035 KVA] and charge for the same at higher rates than that of the
SEBs.
Promote local inhabitants / tribal people as guides, operators.
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Ministry of Tourism & Culture

Preparation of 20 years Perspective Plan

The state of Jharkhand

ORG-MARG RESEARCH LIMITED

Tourism Perspective Plan & Implementation Schedule

Hot Air Ballooning At Betla

Ayurveda Centre Near Betla

Eco Tourism at Saranda

Spiritual Tour Of Jharkhand

Heritage Tourism of Jharkhand

Short Term Plan

Medium Term Plan

Long Term Plan

Environment Impact Assessment

Steps for conservation of natural resources including

Financial Plan And Funding

List of Projects undertaken during the IX th Plan Period

IX th Plan Period Outlay

Draft X th Plan Outlay

Inventory of State Tourism Properties

Financial Plan and Fund Requirement

Central Financial Assistance for Integrated Infrastructure

Package of Incentives For Promoting Private Investment

Private Sector Participation

Steps Taken By The State Government To Perpetrate

Tourism In The State

Funding Initiatives From The State Government

Thrust Areas That Require Immediate Attention

Marketing And Promotion Strategy

Districts of Jharkhand, Area & Population

Mineral Reserve of Jharkhand

Production of Different Minerals In Jharkhand

Jharkhand (Flora And Fauna)

Forest Areas Under Different Districts of Jharkhand

Water Resources of Jharkhand

Different Types of Structures In Use

Usage of Irrigation Structures

Sources of Irrigation At Jharkhand

River Basins of Jharkhand

Monuments Identified By State Government For Rejuvenation

Reserve Monuments According To First Notification

Cultural Heritage of Jharkhand At A Glance

Dance Pattern of Different Tribes

Capacity Utilization At Power Project

Villages Having Electricity Facility

Hospital & Dispensary Details

Accommodation Facility At Ranchi

Proposed Floor Area of The Buildings

Tentative Cost of Construction Of The Buildings

Tentative Preliminary Expenses

Tentative Cost of Equipments

Tentative Cost of Operations

Tentative Total Initial Expenditure

Rental Income From Artisans

Income From Food Stalls

Tentative Total Income From The Haat

Equipment Cost - Cost Of The Balloon

Other Preliminary Expenditures

Tentative Civil Cost