Jamshedpur is the largest city and urban conglomeration in the state of Jharkhand (formerly in the state of Bihar) with a population of 1.1 million (as per 2001 census). Jamshedpur is the first well-planned industrial city of India, founded by the late Jamshedji Nusserwanji Tata and ranks 28th among the 35 million-plus cities and is also the 32nd urban agglomeration in India according to the census 2001. Located in the East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand on the Chota Nagpur plateau, it is the district headquarters and is surrounded by the beautiful Dalma Hills. The rivers Subarnarekha and Kharkai border the North and West of the city, respectively.

The best time (months) of the year to visit Jamshedpur are January, June and November.

By Air 

Nearest airport to Jamshedpur is Ranchi, which a domestic terminal at a distance of nearly 150 km. Ranchi is connected to Kolkata with regular flights. Ranchi to Jamshedpur pre-paid taxi is available, charging nearly Rs 2500. Nearest major airport is Kolkata which is about 296 km from Jamshedpur. Kolkata is connected with most of the major cities in India and abroad.

By Train 

Railway Station in Jamshedpur, known as Tatanagar, is well connected with other major cities. Direct trains to Jamshedpur are available from many stations including Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Guwahati and Trivandrum.

By Bus 

State owned transport bus services are available from Jamshedpur connecting all nearby cities. Volvo bus services are available from Kolkata to Jamshedpur. The fare for covering this distance (296 km) is about Rs 1000.