Purulia district forms the lowest step of the Chota Nagpur Plateau.

The subdivision has a rich heritage of old temples, some of them belonging to the 11th century or earlier.

[5][6] The comparatively more recent in historical terms, Panchkot Raj has interesting and intriguing remains in the area.

[10] Ushir Junior High School is a Bengali-medium coeducational institution established in 2009.

[11] Banda Deul, located nearby, an 11th-century temple, is a monument of national importance.