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Deoghar
Deoghar (pronounced ''Devghar'') is a city and a municipal corporation in Deoghar district in the Indian state of Jharkhand. It is also the administrative headquarters of Deoghar district. It is a holy place of Hinduism. The city is primarily known for Baidyanath Temple, one of the 12 ''Jyotirlinga''s of Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. The sacred temples of the city make this a place for pilgrimage and tourists. The city is very sacred to the followers of Hinduism. The city is administrative headquarter of Deoghar District which comes under Santhal Parganas division of Jharkhand. It is the fifth largest city in Jharkhand and also known as the cultural capital of Jharkhand. Geography Location Deoghar is located at . It has an average elevation of 255 metres (833 feet). It is a part of the Indian peninsular plateau which forms a part of the oldest landmass on Earth, Gondwana land. Deoghar is situated on the bank of Ajay river (which originates ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Deoghar District
Deoghar district (pronounced, ''Devo ka ghar'') is one of the twenty-four districts of Jharkhand state in eastern India. Deoghar, the central city of the district, is also its administrative headquarters. This district is known for the Baidyanath Temple, Baidyanath Jyotirlinga shrine and is a part of the Santhal Pargana division. Deoghar is a Hindi word meaning abode ('ghar') of the Gods and Goddesses ('dev'). Deoghar is also known as "Baidyanath Dham", and "Baba Dham",. History The district was formed on 1 June 1981 by separating it from the former Santhal Pargana division, Santhal Pargana district. Geography The Deoghar district is located in western portion of Santhal Parganas. It shares its boundary with Banka district, Banka and Jamui district, Jamui districts in the north, Dumka district in the east, Jamtara district in the south, and Giridih district in the west. The district extends from 24.0.03' N to 23.0.38' N and from 86.0.28' E to 87.0.04' E; it has an area of 2481& ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Deoghar Airport
Deoghar Airport is a domestic airport serving Deoghar in the state of Jharkhand, India. It is situated approximately 12 kilometres (7.4 mi) from the city centre. The airport has been primarily developed to serve the region of North-Eastern part of Jharkhand and some districts of West Bengal and Bihar. It also caters millions of pilgrims of Baidyanath Temple across the country and Sammed Shikarji for Jains. It is spread over . The airport has a 2,500 meter long runway, capable of handling Airbus A320, A321 and Boeing 737 type of aircraft. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the airport on 25 May 2018, and it was opened on 12 July 2022. History The Government of Jharkhand had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) in 2013, to construct the airport, to promote religious tourism in the state. The Government later signed a tripartite MOU with the AAI and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naulakha Temple, Deoghar
The Naulakha Temple is a Hindu temple located in Deoghar, Jharkhand, India. It is dedicated to the Hindu deities Radha and Krishna. Location The Naulakha temple is situated in Deoghar, the headquarters of the Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. Deoghar is a renowned pilgrimage site for Hindus, as it is home to one of the twelve jyotirlingas of Hinduism, the Baidyanath temple. The Naulakha temple sits at a distance of 1.5 km (0.6 mi) from the Baidyanath temple. The nearest railway station is Deoghar Junction railway station, and the nearest airport is Deoghar Airport. History The Naulakha temple was built by Rani Charushila, who belonged to the Ghosh family, a Bengali royal family of Pathuriaghata in Kolkata. Charushila lost her husband, Akshay Ghosh and son, Jatindra Ghosh prematurely. This devastated her, causing her to leave her home in search of peace. Later, while in Deoghar, Charushila came across the saint Balananda Brahmachari, at whose ashram she stayed awhile. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Deoghar (Vidhan Sabha Constituency)
Deoghar Assembly constituency is an assembly constituency in the Indian state of Jharkhand. Overview Deoghar Assembly constituency covers: Deoghar town and Mohanpur Police Stations and Jasidih Police Station (excluding Kusmil, Chanddih, Pathra and Basbariya gram panchayats) in Deoghar district. Deoghar Assembly constituency is part of Godda (Lok Sabha constituency). Members of Legislative Assembly Election results Assembly Election 2024 Assembly Election 2019 Assembly Election 2014 Assembly Election 2009 Assembly Election 2005 Assembly Election 2000 See also * Mohanpur *List of states of India by type of legislature The state governments of India are the governments ruling over the 28 states and three union territories (there are eight union territories but only three union territories have legislative assemblies as well as governments) of India with th ... References {{Assembly ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baidyanath Temple
Baidyanath Temple (IAST: Baidyãnath), also known as Baba Baidyanath Dham, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. It is located in Deoghar, in the Santhal Parganas division of the Indian state of Jharkhand. The temple complex comprises the central shrine of Baba Baidyanath along with 21 additional temples. It is significant to the Hindu sects of Shaivism as this temple is referred to as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Legend According to the legends, Ravana was performing penance in the Himalayan region to appease Shiva. He offered nine of his heads as an offering to Shiva. As he was to sacrifice his tenth head, Shiva appeared before him and expressed satisfaction with the offering. Then, Shiva asked what boon he desired. Ravana asked to take the "Kamna Linga'' to the island of Lanka and expressed his desire to take Shiva from Kailash to Lanka. Shiva agreed to Ravana's request but with a condition. He said that if the lingam was placed en route, it would become the permanent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Satsang Ashram
Satsang Ashram is the headquarters of the Satsang movement started by Thakur Anukulchandra in India and across the world. The Satsang Ashram has become a major place of attraction in Deoghar for all kinds of people in the society. The township surrounding the ashram is known as Satsang Nagar and has a dedicated Indian railways passenger halt for the ease of devotees visiting the place. Establishment of the Ashram The establishment of the Satsang Ashram at Deoghar was started after Thakur Anukulchandra moved to Deoghar from his birthplace in the Pabna District of East Bengal (now Bangladesh) on 2 September 1946. Satsang, as an organization was registered after India got its independence and partition, under the Societies Registration act of 1860. Institutions and centers As a part of the Satsang movement, various activities are carried out for the service of the devotees and people in general. Various philanthropic and social works are conducted by different centers and insti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jharkhand
Jharkhand (; ) is a States and union territories of India, state in East India, eastern India. The state shares its border with the states of West Bengal to the east, Chhattisgarh to the west, Uttar Pradesh to the northwest, Bihar to the north and Odisha to the south. It is the List of states and territories of India by area, 15th largest state by area, and the List of states and union territories of India by population, 14th largest by population. Hindi is the official language of the state. The city of Ranchi is its capital and Dumka its sub-capital. The state is known for its waterfalls, hills and holy places; Baidyanath Temple, Baidyanath Dham, Parasnath, Maa Dewri Temple, Dewri and Rajrappa are major religious sites. Jharkhand is primarily rural, with about 24% of its population living in cities as of 2011. Jharkhand suffers from what is sometimes termed a resource curse: it accounts for more than 40% of Mining in India, India's mineral production but 39.1% of its populati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trikut Hill
Trikut Pahar, Trikut Hills or Trikutachal, is a Hinduism, Hindu pilgrimage site located approximately 15 km from Deoghar, in the Mohanpur, Deoghar, Mohanpur Block of Deoghar District, Jharkhand, India, en route to Dumka. Named for its three prominent peaks ("tri-" meaning three), the hill rises to an elevation of 2,470 feet. Revered for its spiritual significance, Trikut Hill attracts devotees and visitors seeking its serene landscapes and panoramic views, making it a cherished natural and cultural landmark in Jharkhand. A Gondola lift, ropeway previously facilitated access to the summit to the top of the hill, but operations were halted following a cable car accident in April 2022 that resulted in three fatalities. Plans to repair and restart the ropeway are underway, although no reopening date has been confirmed. Visitors can currently reach the peak using stairs. During the monsoon season (July-September), Trikut Pahar is often shrouded in clouds, with seasonal waterfalls and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Godda (Lok Sabha Constituency)
Godda Lok Sabha constituency is one of the 14 Lok Sabha (parliamentary) constituencies in Jharkhand state in eastern India. This constituency covers the entire Godda district and parts of Deoghar and Dumka districts. Assembly segments Presently, Godda Lok Sabha constituency comprises the following six Vidhan Sabha (legislative assembly) segments: Members of Parliament Election results 2024 2019 2014 See also * Deoghar district * Godda district * List of constituencies of the Lok Sabha The Lok Sabha, the Lower House of the Parliament of India, is made up of Members of Parliament ( MPs). Each member of parliament represents a single geographic constituency. The maximum size of the Lok Sabha as outlined in the Constitution of ... Notes External linksGodda lok sabha constituency election 2019 result details {{coord, 24.83, 87.21, display=title Lok Sabha constituencies in Jharkhand Godda district Deoghar district ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suresh Paswan
Suresh Paswan (Satish Paswan) (born 1965) is an Indian politician. He is currently serving as the Member of Jharkhand Legislative Assembly from Deoghar Assembly constituency. He won the 2024 Jharkhand Legislative Assembly election. Previously, he contested and won the 1995 Bihar Legislative Assembly election and 2000 Bihar Legislative Assembly election Legislative Assembly elections were held in February 2000, to elect the 324 members of the Bihar Legislative Assembly. The Rashtriya Janata Dal won the most seats, but a short-lived government was formed by an alliance that included the Bharatiy ... from Deoghar Assembly constituency . Also, he held the position of Tourism and Urban Development minister during First Hemant Soren ministry. References State cabinet ministers of Jharkhand Rashtriya Janata Dal politicians Living people Place of birth missing (living people) 1965 births Jharkhand MLAs 2000–2005 Jharkhand MLAs 2009–2014 People from Deoghar d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nishikant Dubey
Nishikant Dubey (born 28 January 1969; ) is a member of India's 18th Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party and represents the Godda constituency in Jharkhand since May 2009, having won the seat in 2009 (15-th Lok Sabha), 2014, 2019 and 2024. He is awarded with ''Sansad Ratna'' awards in 2025 for his performance in parliamentary duties. Posts held Notable works *Nishikant Dubey is highly active with medical institutions in Godda. Claims he had helped set-up AIIMS Deoghar at Deoghar, Santhal Pargana Division. *He is also said to have played a role in setting-up Deoghar Airport at Deoghar, Santhal Pargana Division. *His rigorous efforts along with the then Deputy Commissioner Godda (Smt. Kiran Kumari Pasi, I.A.S.) is also notable for the commencement of classes in ''Tilka Manjhi Agriculture College Godda'' after 13 years struggle since its foundation was led during 2005-2006 which was established on 19 November, 2018 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith, Deoghar
Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith, Deoghar is a residential boys' senior secondary school in Deoghar, Jharkhand, India, established in 1922. It is the oldest institute of Ramakrishna Mission, and used to be visited by brother disciples of Swami Vivekananda. Swami Jayantananda is the present secretary, and Swami Divyasudhananda is the current principal of the school. It is exclusively for boys and affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Admission to its Secondary section is restricted to standard VI only. However, a few students from other schools are also admitted to class XI, in case the seats are available for them after giving entry to its own students who do well in class X Board examination. The school offers education in science stream only in its Senior Secondary Section. The boys are taken in it entirely on merit ascertained by dint of written, oral and other tests. Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith, Deoghar was ranked 4 out of all CBSE schools in 2015 bas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
