Ghatshila Block with its headquarter at Ghatshila was established on 04th May 1962 . The Block is situated on the banks of River Subarnarekha at a distance of approximately 45 Kms from District Headquarter Jamshedpur. It contains a station on the main line of the South Eastern Railway. Ghatshila was formerly the headquarters of the Rajas of Dhalbhum .
It is claimed that gold is still found on the banks of the Suvarnarekha. It is said to become obvious in the mornings and in the afternoons, when the sunrays fall on the banks. The name Suvarnarekha itself is said to be an indication. There are innumerable stones strewn on the banks of the river and from this the place derives its name Ghatsila. These big stones seem to be large elephants in moonlight. Far away stand the series of hills. On the left bank the chimneys of the Hindustan Coppers rise up to the sky. The copper ores are bought from many copper mines including Mosaboni. Copper and other metals are separated from stones. The factory may be visited on Saturday only, after signing the indemnity bond. The surroundings seem to be painted on a canvas. Let us go to Ghatsila for about a week in winter for rest. The place is healthy and the water here helps digestion.
Total No. of Panchayats14Total Area33314.38 Hect.Total Rayat Plot10879.25 Hect.Total Forest Area9852.97 Hect.Uncultivable Land5600.87 Hect
It is claimed that gold is still found on the banks of the Suvarnarekha. It is said to become obvious in the mornings and in the afternoons, when the sunrays fall on the banks. The name Suvarnarekha itself is said to be an indication. There are innumerable stones strewn on the banks of the river and from this the place derives its name Ghatsila. These big stones seem to be large elephants in moonlight. Far away stand the series of hills. On the left bank the chimneys of the Hindustan Coppers rise up to the sky. The copper ores are bought from many copper mines including Mosaboni. Copper and other metals are separated from stones. The factory may be visited on Saturday only, after signing the indemnity bond. The surroundings seem to be painted on a canvas. Let us go to Ghatsila for about a week in winter for rest. The place is healthy and the water here helps digestion.
Total No. of Panchayats14Total Area33314.38 Hect.Total Rayat Plot10879.25 Hect.Total Forest Area9852.97 Hect.Uncultivable Land5600.87 Hect