Jungle Mahal — royal palace, forests and Jhumur
🌤️ View Today's Weather| Headquarters | Jhargram |
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| Division | Medinipur |
| Area | 3,038 sq km |
| Population | 1.14 Million |
| Literacy rate | 89.2% |
| Sex ratio | 977 |
| Subdivisions | Jhargram Sadar |
Jhargram is a proud and historic region of West Bengal. Here one sees a blend of rural life, forests, culture and regional tradition.
The headquarters of Jhargram is Jhargram town. The district is important from administrative, social and environmental perspectives.
Agriculture, business, services and some tourism-based activities form the backbone of the district's economy. The connection between village and town here gives people an effective way of life.
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| Police station | Area | Phone |
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| Jhargram PS | Jhargram | 03221-255002 |
| Belpahari PS | Belpahari | 03221-253202 |
| Binpur PS | Binpur | 03221-260202 |
| Gopiballavpur PS | Gopiballavpur | 03221-266202 |
| Nayagram PS | Nayagram | 03223-291015 |
Jhargram station on the Kharagpur–Tatanagar section (Howrah–Nagpur–Mumbai line)
NH 49, SH 5, SH 9
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl. Airport, Kolkata (~169 km)
Heritage palace of the Jhargram royal family
Forest and hillock scenic spot
Tribal forested retreat with waterfalls
Waterfall area near Jhilkeshwar temple
GI-tagged and beloved local crafts — the artisan traditions this district is known for.
The economic backbone of Jhargram District Guide — the industries, produce and work that sustain its people.
Business & cultivation as main livelihoods
Textile & agro-based small industry
Growing tourism contribution
Government/teaching/private services
The headquarters of Jhargram district is at Jhargram. The District Magistrate's office, the Zilla Parishad and the main government departments are all located here.
Jhargram district has 1 subdivision (Jhargram Sadar) and 8 community development blocks.
The notable tourist attraction of Jhargram district is the Jhargram Raj Palace — the traditional palace of the Jhargram royal family. Kankrajhor and Belpahari are also worth visiting.
You can apply online for domicile, income and caste certificates on the West Bengal e-District portal (edistrict.wb.gov.in). Applications can also be made at district service centres and subdivision offices.
The official district portal of Jhargram district is https://jhargram.gov.in. It provides district administration, notices, services and contact information.