Dhanbad

Dhanbad


Dhanbad is a city in the state of Jharkhand, and is also known as the ‘Coal Capital of India’. Dhanbad is the 79th fastest growing city in world. According to the 2001 census, Dhanbad is among the 35 cities of India with a population of more than one million. Among the Rail Divisions of Indian Railway, Dhanbad Rail Division is the second largest in terms of revenue generation.Dhanbad is famous for coal mining. Tata Steel, BCCL, ECL and IISCO are some of the companies having coal mines in the district. Coal-mining, coal washing, and coke making are the main coal related industries in the city. IISCO (Indian Iron And Steel Company) is now owned by SAIL, while BCCL & Eastern Coalfields Limited are subsidiaries of CIL (Coal India Limited); these two companies are the largest operators of coal mines in Dhanbad, and have open cast mines as well as underground mines, whereas Tata Steel has mostly underground mines. These companies have developed townships for their employees.

 



Popular as 'The Coal Capital of India' Dhanbad is one of the most popular industrial cities of Jharkhand state in East India. Well known for its coal mines and industries, this city has been listed as 96th fastest growing city in the world. Dhanbad is perfect example of urbanization and fast development. It is one of major commercial hubs in India as this city houses some major coal mining companies like TATA, ECL, BCCL and IISCO.



Best Time To Visit


The best time to visit October to March.

How To Reach


dhanbad

121 km away

Ranchi airport , ranchi, jharkhand

dhanbad

Railway Station: dhanbad junction

Shopping


Once a small town Dhanbad today ranks amongst the major cities of Jharkhand. When it comes to shopping, there is almost everything available in the city to meet requirements of the residents be it grand shopping malls, famous branded showrooms or stores, local markets and bazaars or shops and outlets. This city has a lot to keep one amused and especially the tourists looking to get the famous stuffs of the region.



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