Santhal Pargana
Santhal Pargana Santhal Pargana is a region in the state of Jharkhand, India , known for its significant Santhal tribal population . It was originally a separate administrative division created by the British in 1855 after the Santhal Rebellion against British rule and zamindari oppression. Geography & Administration Santhal Pargana includes six districts : Dumka (Divisional Headquarters) Deoghar Godda Jamtara Sahebganj Pakur History & Culture The region is named after the Santhal tribe , one of the largest tribal groups in India. The Santhal Rebellion (1855-56) , led by Sidhu and Kanhu Murmu , was one of the first major tribal uprisings against the British. It has a unique land tenure system called Santhal Pargana Tenancy Act (SPT Act) , which restricts the sale of tribal land to non-tribals. Economy & Tourism Deoghar is famous for Baidyanath Dham , one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Rajmahal Hills and Massanjore Dam are important attractions. The ec...