Dumka Postal Codes, Santhal Pargana, Jharkhand India

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Dumka, located in Jharkhand, Santhal Pargana, India. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Dumka to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Sub-districts in Dumka

Dumka on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Dumka districts in India. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Dumka

Key Facts

Dumka is a district located in the Santhal Pargana division of Jharkhand, India. Situated in the northeastern part of the state, Dumka serves as the divisional headquarters and lies approximately 400 kilometers from the state capital, Ranchi. The district covers an area of about 3,716 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 1.3 million people according to recent census data. Geographically, Dumka is characterized by its hilly terrain and forested landscapes, forming part of the Chota Nagpur Plateau region. The district is administratively divided into 10 blocks and contains numerous villages and towns within its jurisdiction. Historically significant as the former capital of the Santhal Parganas region, Dumka maintains cultural importance as a center for Santhal tribal traditions and heritage. The district's economy is primarily agricultural, with rice, maize, and wheat being the main crops cultivated across its fertile lands. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, Dumka district provides comprehensive coverage for all its sub-regions and localities.

Neighboring Regions

* Deoghar

* Godda

* Pakur

* Jamtara

* Banka

* Birbhum