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Ghatshilaघाटशिला
Spend a day in Ghatshila for nature walks and nearby falls; stay overnight only if you want a relaxed base for Jamshedpur or Ranchi trips.
Ghatshila is a small town on the Subarnarekha river in Jharkhand, popular with visitors from Kolkata and Ranchi for its forested hills, waterfalls and quiet riverbank. A single day covers the main sights; longer stays suit those using it as a cheap base for day trips to Jamshedpur (40 km) or Ranchi (≈120 km).
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Apr–Jun (hot, monsoon)
- Airports
- IXR · CCU
- Nights
- 1 (optional)
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ghatshila112 ▾
- Police / General emergencies112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ghatshila, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visitors; stay alert on night walks near the river and keep an eye on belongings in markets.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / general emergencies (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportIXR Ranchi Airport (About 120 km (75 mi) north, ~2½ h by car).IXR Ranchi Airport (About 75 mi (120 km) north, ~2½ h by car).
- Getting aroundHire a car (₹800 (≈ US$10)‑₹1,000 (≈ US$12)) for full‑day tours; auto‑rickshaws are common for short trips.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IXR Ranchi Airport (About 120 km (75 mi) north, ~2½ h by car) · CCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (Approximately 240 km (149 mi) south, ~5 h by road)IXR Ranchi Airport (About 75 mi (120 km) north, ~2½ h by car) · CCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (Approximately 149 mi (240 km) south, ~5 h by road)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Feb
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Mar
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ghatshila: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2 rd
Feb
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
5 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
Dec
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Hire a car (₹800‑₹1,000) for full‑day tours; auto‑rickshaws are common for short trips. Trains connect Ghatshila to Jamshedpur and Kharagpur.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Jamshedpur
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Hire car or bus, about 40 km (25 mi), 1 hHire car or bus, about 25 mi (40 km), 1 h
Industrial city with museums and shopping.
Ranchi
goDoor to door: ≈2.5 h
Hire car, ~120 km (75 mi), 2‑3 hHire car, ~75 mi (120 km), 2‑3 h
State capital, good for a longer day.
Burudi Lake
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Local auto‑rickshaw, 8 km (5 mi), 20 minLocal auto‑rickshaw, 5 mi (8 km), 20 min
Scenic lake with boating.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Anandita Lodge
Basic rooms ₹250‑₹350
Hotel Bibhuti Vihar
A/C rooms ₹373‑₹1168; dormitory ₹140 per bed
Hotel Akashdeep
Rooms ₹450‑₹650 near railway
Hotel Safari
Rooms ₹200‑₹350
Hotel Shalimar
Rooms ₹250‑₹350
Sananda Lodge
Minimum ₹200 for 4‑person group
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Basic guesthouse2 × 1 night × ₹350 | ₹700 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹2,400 |
| Car hire for a day2 × ₹900 · ₹800‑₹1,000; check availability. | ₹1,800 |
| Auto‑rickshaw rides2 × ₹80 · Short trips within town. | ₹160 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹506 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,783 per person per day, bed included | ₹5,566≈ US$65 |
Rooms like Anandita Lodge.
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Tea or coffee at a local stall | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal (vegetarian thali) | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Fish or chicken dish | ₹150–₹300 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Bottle of mineral water | ₹20–₹30 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be slippery during monsoon; check local conditions.
- Binda Mela fair in October draws crowds; keep valuables secure.
Emergency numbers
- Police / General emergencies
- 112
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Ghatshilaघाटशिला
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My bed tonight
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कृपया इस पते पर ले जाएँPlease take me to this address
Emergency
- Police / General emergencies112
Embassy
US consulate in Kolkata (check address); Indian passport office in Ranchi.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car hire day: about ₹900 (≈ US$11) for a full day (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw short ride: ₹30–₹80 (≈ under US$1) per trip
Say or show
- नमस्ते / क्षमा करें — Hello / Excuse me (namaste / kshama karen)
- यह कितना है? — How much does this cost? (yah kitna hai?)
- एक गिलास पानी चाहिए — I would like a glass of water (ek gilaas paani chaahiye)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ghatshila. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Feb · avoid Apr–Jun (hot, monsoon) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 6 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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