Kundahit Village
Sub Place Details: Kundahit is a significant village and administrative block headquarters that serves as the gateway to eastern Jamtara. It is a melting pot of Santhali and Bengali cultures, reflected in its language, food, and architecture. The village is known for its educational institutions and vibrant weekly markets (haats). Walking through the lanes of Kundahit, one can see traditional mud houses with intricate wall paintings known as Sohrai art. The village is surrounded by agricultural fields that change colors with the seasons—from the bright yellow of mustard in winter to the lush green of paddy in the monsoon. It has a historical significance as part of the old Santhal Pargana and played a role during the tribal uprisings against colonial rule. Today, it stands as a bustling rural center that balances modernization with deep-rooted traditions.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
Half DayPlace Type:
Village / CulturalEntry Fees:
Sub Place Entry Fees:
Free Entry: It is an open village with no entry charges.
Donations: Small voluntary donations at local temples are appreciated. ...Sub Place Entry Fees:
Free Entry: It is an open village with no entry charges.
Donations: Small voluntary donations at local temples are appreciated.Timing:
Sub Place Timings:
Regular Timings: Best explored between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: Tuesday mornings for the weekly market experience. ...Sub Place Timings:
Regular Timings: Best explored between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: Tuesday mornings for the weekly market experience.Best Photo Spots:
Sub Place Best Photo Spots:
Market Square: Great for candid shots of rural commerce and vibrant colors.
Village Entry: The archway decorated with local motifs is very photogenic. ...Sub Place Best Photo Spots:
Market Square: Great for candid shots of rural commerce and vibrant colors.
Village Entry: The archway decorated with local motifs is very photogenic.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Sub Place Things to Do:
Weekly Haat: Visit on Tuesdays to buy authentic tribal handicrafts and organic produce.
Art Walk: Observe the Sohrai paintings on the walls of local homes.
Culinary Trail: Taste local snacks like Dhuska and Pitha from street vendors.
Temple Visit: Offer prayers at the ancient Kali temple.
College Tour: Walk through the campus of Bhagwat Jha Azad College.
Photography: Capture the vibrant rural life and traditional attire of the villagers.
Pottery Workshop: Visit the local potters' colony to see wheels in action. ...
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Why Famous:
Why Famous Sub Place:
Sohrai Art: Famous for the traditional wall paintings done by tribal women during festivals.
Education: Known as the educational nerve center for the surrounding rural blocks. ...Why Famous Sub Place:
Sohrai Art: Famous for the traditional wall paintings done by tribal women during festivals.
Education: Known as the educational nerve center for the surrounding rural blocks. -
Architecture:
Sub Place Architecture:
Traditional Dwellings: The village features "Aat-Chala" style mud houses with thatched or tiled roofs.
Institutional Buildings: The Bhagwat Jha Azad College showcases mid-20th-century ...Sub Place Architecture:
Traditional Dwellings: The village features "Aat-Chala" style mud houses with thatched or tiled roofs.
Institutional Buildings: The Bhagwat Jha Azad College showcases mid-20th-century brick architecture.
Temple Dimensions: The local Kali Mandir has a base of 10 x 10 Meters with a traditional shikhara. -
How To Reach:
Sub Place How to Reach:
By Air: Durgapur Airport (50 KM) is the most convenient.
By Train: Chittaranjan Station (25 KM) provides easy access.
By Road: Located on the main roa... -
Near Tourist Places:
1. Kali Pathar (5 KM), 2. Chatay Dam (15 KM), 3. Nala (20 KM), 4. Jamtara (30 KM), 5. Ajay River (10 KM), 6. Sidhu Kanhu Statue (15 KM), 7. Chittaranjan (25 KM), 8. Maithon (40 KM), 9. Afzalpur (28 KM), 10. Panchet (55 KM).
Tourism Tips
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Sub Place Tourism Tips:
Respect: Always ask for permission before photographing people or their homes.
Packing: Wear modest clothing suitable for a rural environment.
Cash: T...
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