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Ramgarh is encompassed by the extensively rich mineral fields at [[Rajrappa]], Laiyo, Ghato, Bhurkunda, Topa, Sarubera, Sirka, Urrimari, Sayal, and [[Gidi]]. The enthralling vale of Chutupalu connects the town to the state capital [[Ranchi]], about 45&nbsp;km away. The river [[Damodar River|Damodar]] flanks the north of the town.

[[Ramgarh Raj]] was established in 1368. The founder King of Ramgarh regime was King Bagdeo Singh. At that time the capital of Ramgarh was in Sira. The headquarters of capital was transferred in Urda, Badam, and Ramgarh one by one.  In 1670 the headquarters of Ramgarh regime was transferred in Ramgarh.

As per [[2011 Census of India]], Ramgarh Urban Agglomeration had a total population of 132,441, of which males were 70,871 and females 61,562.<ref name=census2-2011>{{cite web| url = http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011-prov-results/paper2/data_files/India2/Table_3_PR_UA_Citiees_1Lakh_and_Above.pdf|title= Provisional population totals, Census of India 2011| work= Urban Agglomeration – Cities having population 1 lakh and above|publisher= Government of India| access-date = 14 December 2015}}</ref> Ramgarh Urban Agglomeration is composed of Ramgarh Cantonment ([[Cantonment Board]]), [[Sirka, India|Sirka]] ([[Census Town]]), Marar (CT) and [[Barkakana]] (CT).<ref>{{cite web| url = http://censusindia.gov.in/2011-prov-results/paper2/data_files/India2/Table_4_PR_UAs_1Lakh_and_Above_Appendix.pdf |title = Provisional population totals, Census of India 2011|work= Constituents of Urban Agglomerations having population 1 lakh and above, Census 2011  |publisher= Government of India| access-date = 16 December 2015}}</ref>

As per [[2011 Census of India]] Ramgarh Cantonment had a total population of 88,781, of which 48,110 were males and 40,671 females. [[Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes|Scheduled Castes]] numbered 4,382 and [[Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes|Scheduled Tribes]] numbered 4,283.<ref name=census3-2011>{{cite web| url = http://censusindia.gov.in/pca/pcadata/Houselisting-housing-JK.html |title = 2011 Census – Primary Census Abstract Data Tables | work= Jharkhand – District-wise  |publisher= Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India  | access-date = 16 December 2015}}</ref>

[[File:NH 33 Between Ramgarh and Chutupallu.jpg|thumb|[[National Highway 20 (India)|National Highway 20]] near Ramgarh Cant]]

Ramgarh Cantonment is connected to state capital [[Ranchi]] by [[National Highway 20 (India)|National Highway 20]].

'''Rani Sati Dadi Temple''': Located near to the Bijulia Lake. This temple is decorated and has antique glass work with Shiv and Bajrang Bali temples too.{{citation needed|date=January 2019}} Various events and programs are organised round the year and thousands of pilgrims attend them and take blessings. The temple is a replica of the Rani Sati Dadi temple;Jhunjhunu. It is maintained with Mangla path, Bhajans being organized round the year. The temple also has facilities like hall and rooms for organizing some marriage/rituals.

'''Rajrappa Temple''': Located at [[Rajrappa]] at a distance of 28&nbsp;km from Ramgarh Cantonment, the site has views of the merging of river Bhairavi and [[Damodar River|Damodar]], near [[Chhinnamasta|Mata Chhinmastika]] Temple visited by lakhs of visitors and pilgrims every year.{{citation needed|date=January 2019}}

Situated about 7&nbsp;km from Ramgarh cantonment on NH-33 (Patna-Ranchi highway), it is a temple devoted to Lord Shiva where the source of water that falls on the Shiv Linga is unknown. The priest of this temple belongs to the nearby village of Digwar and hence most of the Digwar villagers are connected with this temple.

Situated in Camp Area (Temple Lane) and also Nag Baba Mandir. The two temples are precious and holy.

Now Kila Mandir has Famous Radha Krishna Mandir which is a holy pilgrimage.

Situated in Shivaji Road, near Subhash Chowk. The Gurudwara is a glorious and famous pilgrimage worshipped by people of all religions and it is famous for their Seva Bhav.

Situated in Chitarpur, 16&nbsp;km away from Ramgarh, this mosque is an excellent specimen of Mughal art and architecture. It has the capacity to accommodate up to 5000 people at a time to offer their holy namaz. It is the biggest mosque of its kind in Jharkhand. It is believed that this mosque was built around 1670 on a piece of land donated by the then king of Ramgarh. In its present form this mosque resembles the Jama Masjid of Delhi. From architectural point of view this mosque presents excellent engravings on its wall which is replete with calligraphy.

Situated 3&nbsp;km. from Ramgarh on NH 23 (Ramgarh – Bokaro Road). It is said, that this temple was built during the Gautam Buddhah Period. It has been marked by the Jharkhand Tourism Department and preserved by the [[Archaeological Survey of India]].

This place, popularly known as "Gandhi Ghat", is situated on the bank of river Damodar in Ramgarh. Mahatma Gandhi had visited Ramgarh during the year 1940 at the time of congress session at Ramgarh. After the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948, pitchers containing the remains of the departed soul were dispatched to different places in the country and Ramgarh is fortunate to be one of those places. A Samadhi of Gandhiji was erected to house the same. Earlier, a fair used to be organized here on the occasion of the birthday and anniversary of Bapu but now this practice has been discontinued. The Samadhi is made of black granite stones.

'''Fasiyahi Barh (फसियाही बढ़)'''

Situated in Maran Garah, Giddi. It is the place where the British Empire used to execute people by hanging till death. It is situated in the bank of River Damodar.

Situated at about 10&nbsp;km from Ramgarh on the Ramgarh Ranchi [[National Highway 33 (India)|NH-33]] is a hill top with scenery.{{citation needed|date=January 2019}} The height is 2,930&nbsp;ft. over sea level. There are many [[dhaba]]s and [[motel]]s in the way after crossing Chutupallu.{{citation needed|date=January 2019}} Environmental activist from Chutupalu Mr.Vinay Mehta has taken initiative for reducing carbon footprint to promote low emission development in chutupallu ghati and going to open Nature School (J-D Prakriti School) in the Chutupallu shortly.{{citation needed|date=January 2019}}{{when|date=January 2019}}  

Situated at about 20&nbsp;km. near Mandu. It is a hot water spring (pond).

Situated 6&nbsp;km. from Ramgarh on the NH 33 [[National Highway 33 (India)|NH-33]] looks like the fall from the old [[Liril]] Soap advertisement. It is popularly known as [[Liril]] Fall. A great picnic spot.

Situated between [[Ranchi]] and Ramgarh at about 35 to 40&nbsp;km. A [[Zoo|zoological garden]] with a nice environment and large area.

Situated nearly 20&nbsp;km. from Ramgarh. Nearest railway station is Daniya, besides Gomia (famous Indian explosive factory).

Abdur Razzaque Ansari Memorial Apollo Hospital – a state of the art horpital facility is just 27&nbsp;km from Ramgarh. It has the distinction of best rated hospital in the whole of Jharkhand. The hospital is associated with famous Apollo Hospitals group for its day-to-day management. The availability of high end medical equipments and updating with newest medical technology and systems in the hospital is giving an opportunity to the doctors to bring clinical excellence in the medical treatment.

 

Ramgarh is one of the prominent industrial hubs of Jharkhand. Numerous small, medium and large scale industries are located here owing to the proximity to mineral resources. [[Steel Authority of India|SAIL-IFICO]]'s refactory unit is here, [[Central Coalfields]] have projects in [[Ramgarh district|Ramgarh]], [[Barkakana]], [[Rajrappa]], [[Topa]], [[Bhurkunda]], [[Kuju, Ramgarh|Kuju]],etc. Apart from that [[Burnpur Cement]]s, [[Patratu Thermal Power Station|PTPS]], [[Patratu Super Thermal Power Project|NTPC Patratu]], [[Damodar Valley Corporation|DVC]] and Karanpura Energy Ltd are govt. firms have presence here.

Its also known for its best clothing market in area, an amazing place for the wholesalers of clothing to other textile items.