Country India District Bankura ISO 3166 code IN-WB Elevation 228 m | State West Bengal Time zone IST (UTC+5:30) Vehicle registration WB | |
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Jhilimili is a tourist centre in Ranibandh CD Block in Khatra subdivision of Bankura district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
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Map of Jhilimili, West Bengal
Etymology
In Bengali, Jhilimili means sparkle or twinkle.
Geography
Jhilimili is located at 22.8167°N 86.6167°E / 22.8167; 86.6167. It has an average elevation of 228 metres (748 ft). Jhilimili is located on the banks of Kangsabati River, is about 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from Mukutmanipur,80 kilometres (50 mi) from Bankura, 36 kilometres (22 mi) from Khatra and 20 kilometres (12 mi) from Ranibandh.
Tourist spot
A travel from Ranibandh to Jhilimili offers a magnificent revelation to impressive forest of changeable heights on both sides on the route. The Kangsabati flows through this forest and its banks are an ideal picnic spot. The watchtower at Jhilimili offers a commanding view of the surrounding area. Jhilimili is a quiet place, and makes for a pleasant getaway for city-dwellers.
Demographics
As per 2011 Census of India Jhilimili had a total population of 1,429 of which 715 (50%) were males and 714 (50%) were females. Population below 6 years was 148. The total number of literates in Jhilimili was 1,046 (81.65% of the population over 6 years).
Transport
State Highway 5 (West Bengal) running from Rupnarayanpur (in Bardhaman district) to Junput (in Purba Medinipur district) passes through Jhilimili.
Culture
During mid-January, Tusu parab is celebrated. Goddess Tusu is worshipped. Santhals organise village fairs during Makara Sankranti. Myths heard for generations says once a King had two daughter Jhili & Mili. Based on their daughter name the location is identified as Jhilimili.