History of Purulia
A structured district timeline: prehistoric roots → Manbhum era → colonial period → modern Purulia after 1956.
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Timeline (Structured)
Prehistoric & Ancient
Purulia lies on the edge of the Chota Nagpur Plateau, with long-standing tribal settlements and early rock-shelter evidence.
Early Kingdom Influences
Religious and trade influences reached the region over centuries, while the social fabric remained village- and tribe-centered.
Medieval Period (Manbhum region)
The area was historically associated with Manbhum, acting as a cultural transition zone between Bengal and the plateau regions.
Colonial Period (Manbhum District)
British administration shaped district boundaries and intensified language/identity debates that later influenced reorganization.
Post-Independence (After 1956)
Purulia became part of West Bengal after state reorganization; development expanded gradually across infrastructure and services.
Key Identity Themes
- Plateau geography + forests
- Strong tribal cultural continuity
- Chhau dance & mask tradition
- Borderland connectivity (WB–Jharkhand)
Next Pages (Execution Queue)
- Temples & Sacred Places (all religions)
- Ajodhya Hills Tourism Master Page
- Chhau Dance Authority Page
- Villages with PIN (batch expansion)