Godda District Map

Godda District, a part of the Santhal Parganas was created from portions of Bhagalpur and Birbhum. Spread over 2,110 sq. km, Godda District in northeast Jharkhand lies at 24.83° N latitude and 87.22° E longitude.

Godda District has recorded a population of 8,61,000. With a predominantly agrarian economy the district grows paddy, wheat and maize.

Godda District abounds in diverse tribal legacy. Located in the heart of the Santhal Parganas, it houses Asia's largest Rajmahal coalfields. Possessing a landscape comprising of jagged hills and dense, verdant forests other notable tourist spots in Godda include Mahagama, Pathargama, Hansdiha and Lalmatia.