Saranda forest

In today's world, Saranda forest has become a topic of interest and debate for a large number of people. Whether due to its historical relevance, its impact on modern society or its connection to current trends, Saranda forest has captured the attention of a wide audience. Throughout history, Saranda forest has played a crucial role in multiple aspects of human life, and its influence continues to spread today. In this article, we will explore the different facets of Saranda forest and examine its importance in the current context. From its impact on popular culture to its relevance in academia, Saranda forest remains a topic of great interest and deserves detailed attention. Through comprehensive analysis, we will seek to better understand what Saranda forest represents and its significance in the contemporary world.

Saranda Forest
Map showing the location of Saranda Forest
Map showing the location of Saranda Forest
Location in Jharkhand
Map showing the location of Saranda Forest
Map showing the location of Saranda Forest
Saranda Forest (India)
Geography
LocationWest Singhbhum, East Singhbhum, Jharkhand, India
Coordinates22°12′N 85°21′E / 22.2°N 85.35°E / 22.2; 85.35
Area820 square kilometres (320 sq mi)
Administration
StatusReserve Forest
Established1882
Governing bodyJharkhand Forest Department
Websitewww.sarandaforest.in
Ecology
Dominant tree speciesShorea robusta

Saranda forest is a dense forest in the hilly region of West Singhbhum, East Singhbhum, Saraikela district in the Indian state of Jharkhand. This area used to be the private hunting reserve of the Singh Deo family (the erstwhile rulers of Saraikela). The forest covers an area of 820 km².[1] Saranda (Serengda) literally means "700 hills" in local language.[2]

The perennial rivers, Karo and Koina, pass through these forested areas supporting a diverse floral and faunal resource. Sal (Shorea robusta) is the most important tree in the forest. Although sal is a deciduous tree and sheds its leaves in early summer, the forest undergrowth is generally evergreen, which has such trees as Mangoes, Jamun, Jackfruit, and Piar. Other important trees are Mahua, kusum, Tilai, Harin hara (Armossa rohitulea), Gular (Ficus glomerata), and Asan.[3]

The reserved forests hosts many animals. Wild elephants are common in Saranda and Porahat forests. It is an important overlapping habitat of the elephants from adjacent Kedunjhar (Keonjhar) district of Odisha. Herds of Sambar and Chital roam about the forests. Bison is still found. Tigers were never numerous. Leopards are more common.[4]


The iron ore mining towns including Gua, Chiria, Kiriburu and Noamundi. The area was previously disturbed by Maoist and Naxal influences, but problems have subsided in recent years, and it has turned out to be a major tourist hub. There are many tourist places in the Manoharpur region. The peak season between October and March is now brimming with tourists.[5]

Thalkobad is a scenic village at a height of 550 m (1,800 ft) in the heart of the forest.[6] Thalkobad is about 89 km (55 mi) from Chakradharpur, 46 km (29 mi) from Manoharpur, and about 160 km (99 mi) from Jamshedpur.

References

  1. ^ "Saranda Forest". india9.com. Retrieved 2008-03-06.
  2. ^ "Forest in the Light and Shade". yahoo.com. Retrieved 2008-03-06.
  3. ^ Prasad, Hem Chandra, Bihar, 1983/2003, p. 13, National Book Trust, New Delhi, ISBN 81-237-0151-9
  4. ^ Sir John Houlton, Bihar: The Heart of India, 1949, p. 169, Orient Longmans, Kolkata.
  5. ^ "Asia's biggest sal reserve awaits your arrival".
  6. ^ "Saranda Forest". india9.com. Retrieved 2008-03-06.