Abstract
Panch Pargana area of Jharkhand stretches from the southeastern of Ranchi District to some parts of the districts of West Singhbhum, Saraikela and borders of West Bengal. The ethnic groups residing in this area include the Munda, Oraon, Bedia and Santhal. Many insects, molluscs, fishes etc. and their products are used by certain sections of these people for therapy and prophylaxis, individually or combined with some herbs. In this study specimens of such medically useful animals have been collected after surveying remote tribal areas and ‘village markets’ called ‘hats’. Personal views of Vaidyas, Pahans, knowledgeable elderly persons and patients who have been cured were documented through questionnaire. More than eight such ethnozoological examples, seven combinants, herbs hosting insects, and a fungus have been identified in the present study.
Highlights
Among the ethnic groups in this area, known for its forests, tribals and the rich flora and fauna, Mundas are the second largest community, next to Kurmis
Disease: Epilepsy Method of use: The larvae are fried in mustard oil
For Paralysis oil massage on affected parts is recommended
Summary
(2003), Harmer & Mellanby (2005) and Balmer (2007). Identification of host and combinant plants was done with Haines (1921-25), Ghosh (1971), Singh et al (2001). Their knowledge in alleviating suffering is primary, limited to remote villages, where modern medical system is not available This survey was carried out in remote villages of Panch Pargana, i.e. Kanchi, Deori, Salgadih, Norhi, Rargaon and Ulidih in Tamar Block; Raisa, Taimara, Dasham, Madhukama, Tau and Kadamdih in Bundu Block; Baghadih, Rahe, Jamudag and Sonahatu in Sonahatu Block; Sarainghatu, Khesaribera, Ramchu and Longa in Arki Block; and Silli in Silli Block. Disease: Epilepsy Method of use: The larvae are fried in mustard oil (one larva per tablespoon). Disease: Epilepsy Method of use: The larvae are fried in mustard oil (2-3 larvae per table spoon). Arachnida: Acari: (Tetranychoidae): Trombidiidae (Red Velvet Mite) Local Name: Ruhin kira, Rani poka
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