Dumka — Travel Guide
Dumka the sub-capital of the state of Jharkhand is one of the fast developing towns. Undulating terrain with many high ridges and valleys are most visible feature of this part of Jharkhand. The soil of Dumka is not very fertile because of extensive erosion, acidity and low retaining capacity. Dumka experiences a humid subtropical climate. The history of Dumka is dated back to Stone Age. The excavations done give proofs of human heritance in the region. Dumka region has seen a number of rulers like Afghans, Mughals, Marathas, British etc. The main mode of transport are roadways and railways. There are many tourist places in and around Dumka. The town is known for history and spirituality.
The best time to visit Dumka is hence considered from February to April.
By Air:
There is currently no airport in Dumka. The nearest airport is in the capital city of Ranchi, at a distance of about 311 kms.
By Rail
There is no railway station in Dumka, the nearest railway station to reach Dumka is Jasidih. This station is located at a distance of approximately 73.6 kms
A small town of Jharkhand, Dumka is known for its historical and spiritual sites that attracts tourists and visitors from far and wide. Apart from sightseeing another activity that you can enjoy here is shopping. Famous markets areas in Dumka has everything to attract shopaholics especially those looking for tribal crafts. You can also shop for finest khadi and silk clothes. A place called Kathikund, about 30 kms from Dumka is famous for its khadi production and sericulture. The markets can b
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