Jhilimili
Jhilimili is a tourist centre in the Ranibandh CD block in the Khatra subdivision of the Bankura district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
Etymology
In Bengali, Jhilimili means sparkle or twinkle.Geography
Location
Jhilimili is located at. It has an average elevation of. Jhilimili is located on the banks of Kangsabati River, and is about from Bankura.Area overview
The map alongside shows the Khatra subdivision of Bankura district. Physiographically, this area is having uneven lands with hard rocks. In the Khatra CD block area there are some low hills. The Kangsabati project reservoir is prominently visible in the map. The subdued patches of shaded area in the map show forested areas. It is an almost fully rural area.Note: The map alongside presents some of the notable locations in the subdivision. All places marked in the map are linked in the larger full screen map.
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 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
According to the 2011 Census of India, Jhilimili had a total population of 1,429 of which 715 were males and 714 were females. Population below 6 years was 148. The total number of literates in Jhilimili was 1,046..*For language details see Ranibandh (community development block)#Language and religion