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Bihar Districts


  • Araria
  • Arwal
  • Aurangabad
  • Banka
  • Begusarai
  • Bhabhua
  • Bhagalpur
  • Bhojpur
  • Buxar
  • Darbhanga
  • East Champaran
  • Gaya
  • Gopalganj
  • Jamui
  • Jehanabad
  • Katihar
  • Khagaria
  • Kishanganj
  • Lakhisarai
  • Madhepur
  • Madhubani
  • Munger
  • Muzaffarpur
  • Nalanda
  • Nawada
  • Patna
  • Purnia
  • Rohtas
  • Saharsa
  • Samastipur
  • Saran
  • Sheohar
  • Shiekhpura
  • Sitamarhi
  • Siwan
  • Supaul
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  • Araria : Introduction

    The Araria District came into existence in 1990 on the auspicious day of Makar-Sankranti, at the time when the Purnea district was divided into three parts, Purnea, Araria and Kishanganj.

    Araria is situated in the southern part of Purnia and Medhepura in Bihar. The district Araria is surrounded by Nepal in northern side, Kishanganj in western side and Supaul at south-eastern side.

    Jogbani is the last point of Araria district and after that Virat Nagar district from where the borders of Nepal start. So this district is also important in the terms of border security.

    The rivers Kosi, Suwara, Kali and Koli flow through the district.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    1990
    Area
    2,830 Sq. km
    Latitude
    26.09 N
    Longitude
    87.33 E
    Altitude
    47 Meter
    Population (2001)
    2125000
    Males
    1109000
    Females
    1016000
    Population density
    751 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    916
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No. of Tehsil
    09
    No. of Blocks
    09
    STD Code
    06453


    How to reach

    One can reach Araria by both roadways and railways as the district is well connected by both the mediums.

    By Road

    The district Araria has two bus terminals, one at the ‘0’ mile i.e. at the starting of the district border and the other one is inside the city. Buses for most of the districts and internal blocks are available from the bus terminal.

    By rail

    Train facility is available in the form of meter gauge track. The track on one side ends at Katihar which is a big and important junction. Other track end is at Jogbani which is also the last destination of the Indian Railways.

    Connectivity

    Nearest Railway Station    : Araria court & Araria(R S)
    Distance from Purnea: 42 Km.
    Nearest Airport: Bagdogara
    Distance from Nepal: 42 Km.

    Arwal : Introduction

    Arwal district was earlier a part of the Jehanabad district and it came into existence in September 2001.

    The river Sone flows nearby the district. 

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    2001
    Total population
    587,229
    STD code
    06337

    Connectivity

    Arwal is situated 60 km south of Patna. The nearest airport is at Patna from where regular flights are available to all important towns and cities across the country. The nearest railway station is located at Jehanabad. By road, Arwal is efficiently linked with Jehanabad, Patna and Bhojpur.

    Aurangabad : Introduction

    Aurangabad district is the part of Magadh division. The nearest rivers flowing are Sone, Punpun, Auranga, Bataane, Morhar, Aadi.

    Facts & Figures
    Latitude
    24.45N
    Longitude
    84.18E
    Population (2001)
    2005000
    Males
    1036000
    Females
    969000
    Population density
    607 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    935
    Literacy Rate
    57.50%
    STD Code
    06186

    Banka  : Introduction

    Banka district is a part of Bhagalpur Division.

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    3018 Sq. km
    Latitude
    240 53N
    Longitude
    850 10E
    Population (2001)
    16,08,778 persons
    Males
    8,43,061
    Females
    7,65,717
    Population density
    533 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    908
    Literacy Rate
    43.40%
    No. of Sub-Division
    01
    No. of Blocks
    11
    STD Code
    06424



    Begusarai : Introduction

    Begusarai emerged as a separate district in 1972 when it was separated from the Munger district. Begusarai is located in the central part of North Bihar.

    Begusarai extends perpendicularly from east to west which used to be a main link road. The district is bounded by Samastipur on the north, on the south by the Ganga and the Lakhisarai district, on the east by Khagaria and Munger and on the west by the Samastipur and Patna districts. Begusarai district is a part of Darbhanga division.

    Begusarai district is located in the middle Ganga plain. Some of the main rivers following through the district are Burhi Gandak, Balan, Bainty, Baya and Chandrabhaga.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    2nd October 1972
    Area
    1879.675 Sq. km
    Latitude
    25°15' and 25° 45' N
    Longitude
    85°45' and 86°36" E
    Population (2001)
    23,42,989
    Males
    12,26,057
    Females
    11,16,932
    Population density
    1222 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    911
    Literacy Rate
    48.55%
    No. of Sub-Division
    05
    No. of Blocks
    18
    No. of Villages
    1229
    Average rainfall
    1384 mm
    STD Code
    06243

    How to Reach

    Begusarai is well connected to other parts of Bihar and India through railways and roadways.

    Railways

    The New Delhi- Guwahati railway line passes through Begusarai. Barauni Railway Junction holds an important place in the railway division map of Begusarai. Important trains that originate from this station to various parts in India connect Delhi, Guwahati, Amritsar, Varanasi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Chennai etc. Rajendra Setu on the Ganga is connected to Mokama and Howrah. The district has a total of 18 railway stations.

    Roadways

    The interiors parts of the district are well connected by the main roads. The National Highways 28 and 31 link this district to the other parts of the country.
    Bhabhua : Introduction

    Kaimur was carved out from the Shahabad district. The district is bounded on the north by Buxar district and Ghazipur of UP, on the south by Garhwa district of Jharkhand. On the east it is bounded by Rohtas district and on the west by Chandauli and Mirjapur district of UP.



    Rivers

    Important rivers flowing through the district are Karmanasha, Dhoba, Durgawati.

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are Adhaura, Baidyanath, Bhabua, Bhagwanpur, Chainpur, Chorghatia, Durauli, Ramgarh

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    340441 Hec.
    Population (2001)
    12,84,575
    Males
    6,73,556
    Females
    6,11,019
    Population density
    382 Per Sq. K.M.
    Sex Ratio
    907
    Literacy Rate
    55.57%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No. of Blocks
    11
    No. of Towns
    01
    No. of Villages
    1699
    STD Code
    06189

    How to Reach

    Roadways

    NH 2 (G.T. Road) crosses through the center of the district from Karmanasha to Kudra for about 50 km. NH 30 originates from it near Mohania and connects this district with the capital Patna via Arah. Apart from these, there are also a few State Highways in the district.

    Railways

    Mohania Block is situated on Gaya-Mughalsarai Section of Grand Chord Railway line; the railway station is called Bhabua Road. The district headquarter is located at a distance of 14 Kms southward from the railway station or the G.T. Road.
    Bhagalpur : Introduction

    Bhagalpur is one of the oldest districts of Bihar located in the Southern region. It is situated in the plains of Ganga basin at height of 141 feet above sea level.

    It covers an area of 2569.50 sq. km. It Lies between 25°07 - 25°30'N Latitude and between 86°37 ' - 87°30 'E longitude.

    The district is surrounded by Munger, Khagaria, Madhepura, Purnea, Kathiar & Banka districts of Bihar and Godda & Sahebganj districts of Jharkhand.

    The important places to see are high tower at Bhagalpur town, temple of Dudheswara Mahadeva, the University & Jain temple at Nathanagar, Sultanganj, the royal university of Vikramsila, Mandar hills and Sahjangi

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2569 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 07 - 250 30' N
    Longitude
    860 37 ' - 870 30 'E
    Altitude
    43 Meters
    Population (2001)
    24,30,331
    Males
    12,94,192
    Females
    11,36,139
    Population density
    946 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    878
    Literacy Rate
    50.28%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    16
    No. of Villages
    1536
    Average rainfall
    1166.2 mm.
    Temperature
    Max.: 44.5 0C ; Min.: 8 0C
    STD Code
    0641

    How to Reach

    Roadways

    National Highway 31 runs through the entire Naugachia Police District and subdivision. This highway connects the subdivisions directly to Patna via Begusarai and Khagaria and runs up to Guwahati via Purnea-Kishanganj. In addition, Mokama Farakka road has also been declared as National Highway No. 81. It passes through Bhagalpur town and Kahalgoan.

    Railways

    Bhagalpur lies on the broad gauge Loop line of the Eastern railway running from Kiul to Burdwan. Important stations in this District include Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, Sabour, Kahalgaon.

    A branch line runs from Bhagalpur to Mandar Hill (21 Kms.). North Bhagalpur is served by the Barauni-Katihar section of the North Eastern Frontier Railway. Narainpur, Bihpur, Naugauchia and Katihar Railway Stations lie on this line.
    Bhojpur : Introduction

    The Bhojpur district came into existence in 1992 before which it was a part of Sahabad district. The district has three sub divisions viz Ara Sadar, Jagdishpur and Piro. Ara town is the most important town of the district and is also the headquarters of the district.

    The rivers Ganges and Sone flow through the district.

    The important places to visit are Veer Kunwar Singh Kila at Jagdishpur, Maharaja College at Ara, Jain Mandir at Mahadeva, and Aranya Devi Temple.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    1992
    Area
    2474 sq. kms.
    Latitude
    25º 10' to 25º 40' N
    Longitude
    83º 45' to 84º 45' E
    Altitude
    192.989 Meters
    Population (2001)
    22,33,415
    Males
    11,75,333
    Females
    10,58,082
    Population density
    903 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    900
    Literacy Rate
    59.71%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    14
    No. of Villages
    1244
    Average rainfall
    300 mm
    STD Code
    06182

    Buxar : Introduction

    Buxar District is located on the banks of river Ganges. The district headquarters are located at Buxar.

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    1624 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 58 N
    Longitude
    830 98 E
    Population (2001)
    14,03,462
    Males
    7,38,239
    Females
    6,65,223
    Population density
    864 Per Sq. K.M.
    Sex Ratio
    901
    Literacy Rate
    57.49%
    STD Code
    06183

    Connectivity

    The Buxar district is connected with Ballia District of neighboring state Uttar Pradesh.by a road bridge over ganges. The town is also connected to the state capital Patna by rail and road routes.
    Darbhanga : Introduction

    Thedistrict of Darbhanga was founded by Darbhangi Khan. The district is situatedin Mithilanchal in North Bihar. When the Tirhutdivision was carved out in 1908, Darbhanga was a part of the Patna division.

    Thedistrict is covered by Madhubani district on the north, on the south bySamastipur district, on the east by Saharsa district and on the west by Sitamarhiand Muzaffarpur districts.

    Thedistrict has a vast alluvial plain devoid of any hills. There is a gentle slopefrom north to south with a depression on the centre. Numerous riversoriginating in the Himalays water this district. Out of these the importantrivers flowing through the district are Kamla, Baghmati, Kosi and Kareh.

    Theimportant places to visit are - Ahilya Asthan, Brahmpur, Chhaprar,Kusheshwar-asthan, Kusheshwarasthan Bird Sanctuary Area, Mahinam-Mahadeo-sthan,Makranda, Newri, Nawadah Durga-sthan, Raghopur, Shyama Temple, Sati Asthan,Manokamna Temple, Malechchhed Mardani Temple, Kankali Temple, Catholic Church,Bhikha Salami Majar, Masjid at Darbhanga Tower, The Mazar of Makhdoom Baba,Maharaja Laxmiswar Singh Museum, Chandradhari Museum -Darbhanga.

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2279sq. km
    Latitude
    25053’ - 260 27’ N
    Longitude
    85045’- 860 25’ E
    Population(2001)
    32,85,473
    Males
    17,16,640
    Females
    15,68,833
    Populationdensity
    1442Per Sq. km
    SexRatio
    914
    LiteracyRate
    44.32%
    No.of Sub-Division
    03
    No.of Blocks
    18
    No.of Villages
    1269
    Averagerainfall
    1142.3mm
    STDCode
    06272

    Connectivity

    Roadways

    The NH 57 from Muzaffarpurto Jhanjharpur passes through Darbhanga. The proposed Lateral Road from Saurashtra to Silcharwill smoothly connect Darbhanga with the other parts of the country.

    Railways

    Darbhanga district liesunder the East Central Railway with its Divisional head quarter at Samastipur.

    At present there are B.G.trains originating from Darbhanga to Amritsar, Delhi, Kurla, Howrah, Puneand Patna. Therail link between Sakri to Hasanpur is under construction.

    The conversion of MG to BGbetween Darbhanga and Jainagar as well as Darbhanga and Raxaul work is inprogress. Darbhanga city has two Railway Station including the Darbhanga Junctionand Laheriasarai.
    East Champaran : Introduction

    Champaran means forests of magnolia (champa) trees. And it is located at the purbi side that is the eastern side so it is called east champaran. East champaran is a part of tirhut division.

    East Champaran is an administrative district in the state of Bihar and the district headquarters are located at Motihari.

    East champaran is bounded on the north by Nepal, on the south by muzzafferpur. On the east by sheohar , sitamarhi and on the west by paschim champaram, gopal.

    The important rivers flowing through the district are  Gandak, Sikarhana, Bagmati And Lal Bakeya, Tilawe, Kachna, Motia, Tiur, Dhanauti

    The basic lively-hood is agriculture and cottage industry.

    The main places to visit are Shrine, Mehsi, Kesariya Stupa, Someshwar Shiv Madir at Areraj, Ashokan pillar, Gandhi Memorial at Motihari.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    1971
    Area
    3,968 sq. kms.
    Latitude
    260 16' & 270-1' N
    Longitude
    840 30'& 850 16'E
    Population(2001)
    39,33,636
    Males
    20,72,350
    Females
    18,61,286
    Populationdensity
    991 Per Sq. K.M.
    SexRatio
    898
    LiteracyRate
    38.14%
    No.of Sub-Division
    06
    No.of Blocks
    27
    No.of Villages
    1345
    Averagerainfall
    1373 mm.
    Temperature
    Max.: 46 0C ; Min.: 5 0C
    STDCode
    06252

    How to Reach

    Roadways

    Motihari the Headquarter of Purbi Champaran District, is approximately 170 Km from Patna. One can reach approximately in 4 to 5 hours by bus. The city is well connected with Road. Bus for Motihari is available after every half an hour.

    Railways

    There is no direct train root from Patna to Motihari. The district is well connected with the rest of the country through railways.

    Airways

    One can also go to Kathmandu by Flight from Semrabasa airport inside Nepal boarder, which is 70 Km from Motihari and 20 Km from Raxaul.
    Gaya : Introduction

    Gaya was earlier a part of the ancient Magadh region. Gaya is also the headquarters of Gaya District.

    Gaya is 100 kilometers south of Patna, and is situated on the banks of Falgu River. It is a place sanctified by both the Hindu and the Buddhist religions. It is surrounded by small rocky hills (Mangala-Gauri, Shringa-Sthan, Ram-Shila and Brahmayoni) by three sides and the river flowing on the fourth (western) side.

    Gaya is covered by Jehanabad district on the north, on the south by Chatra district of Jharkhand. On the east by Nawada district and on the west by Aurangabad district.

    Facts & Figures
    Latitude
    240 5 to 25010 N
    Longitude
    840 4 to 850 5 E
    Population(2001)
    34,64,983
    Males
    17,89,231
    Females
    16,75,752
    Populationdensity
    696 Per Sq. K.M.
    SexRatio
    937
    LiteracyRate
    51.07%
    No.of Sub-Division
    04
    No.of Blocks
    24
    No.of Villages
    2860
    Temperature
    Max.: 49 0C; Min.: 2 0C
    STDCode
    0631

    How to Reach

    Roadways

    The Grand Trunk Road (NH-2, which is undergoing a massive revival under The Golden Quadrilateral project) is about 30 km. from Gaya city. Thus, Gaya is well connected to Kolkata, Varanasi, Allahabad, Kanpur, Delhi, Amritsar, and to the Pakistani cities, Lahore and Peshawar. Though, the highway connecting Gaya to Patna is not in a good condition, the railway services between the two stations is up to the mark.

    Railways

    Gaya is the second most important station in Bihar after Patna. It is an important junction and is connected to the three metropolises New Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai through Important Broad Gauge Routes. There is a direct non-stop train, the Mahabodhi Express from New Delhi to Gaya daily. It takes around 16 hours to reach Gaya from New Delhi through train.

    There are direct trains from Gaya to other important stations in India like Ranchi, Varanasi, Lucknow, Kanpur, Allahabad, Agra, Mathura, Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Nagpur, Puri, etc.

    Airways

    Gaya has the only international airport in Bihar and Jharkhand taken together. It is a small international airport connected to Colombo and Bangkok.
    Gopalganj : Introduction

    Gopalganj is a part of Saran Division. It is an administrative district in the state of Bihar. The district headquarters are located in the town of Gopalganj.

    Gopalganj is an important agricultural center in North Bihar.

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2033 Sq. km
    Population (2001)
    21,49,343
    Males
    10,72,151
    Females
    10,77,192
    Population density
    1057 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    1005
    Literacy Rate
    48.19%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No. of Blocks
    14
    STD Code
    06156

    How to Reach

    The NH 28 intersects at Gopalganj.
    Jamui : Introduction

    Jamui was formed in 1991, after it was separated from Munger. Various literatures show that Jamui was earlier known as Jambhiyaagram. This place is situated on the bank of river named Ujjihuvaliya. According to Jainism the 24th Tirthankar Lord Mahavir acquired divine knowledge at this place.

    Jamui district is surrounded by Munger and Lakhisarai district on the north, on the south by Giridih district of Jharkhand. On the east by Deoghar and Banka district and on the west by Nawada district.

    The major rivers flowing in the district are Kiul, Burnar, Sukhnar, Nagi, Nakti, Ulai and Bunbuni.

    Attractions

    The main places to visit are Minto Tower at Giddhaur, Kali Mandir at Malaypur, Jain Mandir Dharmshala, Kshatriya Kund Gram, Giddheshwar Temple, Kakan, Indpai, Kumar Gram, Simultalla

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    21st February, 1991
    Area
    3,122.80 sq. kms.
    Population (2001)
    13,97,474
    Males
    7,28,812
    Females
    6,68,662
    Population density
    451 Per Sq. K.M.
    Sex Ratio
    917
    Literacy Rate
    42.74%
    No. of Blocks
    10
    Average rainfall
    1,102.9 mm.
    Temperature
    Max.: 41 0C ; Min.: 13 0C
    STD Code
    06345

    Jehanabad : Introduction

    Jehanabad came into existence in 1986. Earlier it was a part of the present Gaya district. The district was divided so that the problem of poverty, unemployment and underdevelopment could be tackled easily. The district headquarters is located at Jehanabad city.

    The Jehanabad district is bounded by district of Patna in the north, Gaya in the south, Nalanda in the east and Arwal in the west.

    Rivers

    The important rivers flowing through the district are Sone, Phalgu, Dardha & Yamuna cris-cross the district.

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are Barabar - Land of Peace & Tranquillity, Banavar Dwar

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    1st August, 1986
    Area
    1569 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 -0’ to 250 15’ N
    Longitude
    840 31’ to 850 15’ E
    Population (2001)
    15,11,406
    Males
    7,83,960
    Females
    7,27,446
    Population density
    963 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    928
    Literacy Rate
    56.03%
    Average rainfall
    1074.5 mm
    STD Code
    06114

    How to Reach

    The district is linked both by road route and rail route.

    Roadways

    The road route is via Masaurhi block of Patna district, which goes directly to Gaya via Makhdumpur block of the district.

    Railway

    The Patna-Gaya branch railway line, popularly known as the “P.G. Line”, crosses through this district and links the main line of Patna and Grand Chord Line of Gaya. There are four-railway stations and a 31 km long railway line in this district.
    Katihar : Introduction

    Katihar District is a part of Purnia division. Katihar town is the administrative headquarters of this district.

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    3,057 sq. kms.
    Latitude
    250 30 N
    Longitude
    870 40 E
    Population (2001)
    23,89,533
    Males
    12,44,943
    Females
    11,44,590
    Population density
    782 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    919
    Literacy Rate
    35.29%
    No. of Sub-Division
    04
    No. of Blocks
    16
    STD Code
    06452

    How to Reach

    The district is well connected by railways. Katihar is an important Railway Junction of the district. Trains ply directly from New Delhi, Jammu, Amritsar, Patna, Sialdah, Dadar, Barauni, Guwahati, New Jalpaiguri, Maldah, Jogbani & all other major stations.
    Khagaria : Introduction

    Khagaria District is a part of Munger division. Khagaria town is the administrative headquarters of this district.

    The district is surrounded by Saharsa district on the north, on the south by Munger and Begusarai district. On the east by Bhagalpur and Madhepura district and on the west by Begusarai and Samastipur district.

    The principal rivers flowing through the district are the Ganga, the Burhi Gandak, the Bagmati, the Kamla and the Ghaghri. The Ganga forms the southern boundary of the district in its entire length.

    Important places to visit are Katyayani  Asthan, Ajgaibinath  Mahadeo (Bhagalpur)

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    10.05.1981
    Area
    1485.8 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 15" to 250 44" N
    Longitude
    860 17.14 " to 860 52.5 " E
    Population (2001)
    12,76,677
    Males
    6,75,501
    Females
    6,01,176
    Population density
    859 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    890
    Literacy Rate
    41.56%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No. of Blocks
    07
    No. of Villages
    306
    Average rainfall
    1225.6 mm
    Temperature
    Max.: 39.2 0C; Min.: 7.1 0C
    STD Code
    06244
    How to Reach

    This district is well connected to other parts of Bihar and the country through railways as well as roads.

    Railways

    New Delhi – Gauhati railway lines passes through Khagaria. Other prominent stations are Mansi, Maheshkhunt and Pasraha

    Roadways

    NH- 31 falls within the jurisdiction of Khagaria district. NH-31 goes right upto Gauhati and is an important road link of Bihar to the north – eastern part of the country and to Northern Bengal.

    Kishanganj : Introduction

    Kishanganj was earlier animportant Sub-Division of Purnia. The Kishanganj District came into existenceon 14th January 1990.

    Kishanganj is situated inthe North – East area of Bihar. The borderingareas are of West Bengal, Nepal and Bangladesh.

    The important riversflowing from the district are Mahananda, Kankai, Mechi, Donk, Ratua, RamzanSudhani

    The important places tovisit are Panighat, Udraghat, Sevoke

    Facts & Figures
    Yearof formation
    14thJanuary 1990
    Area
    1938.55Sq. km
    Latitude
    25020’to 26030’ North
    Longitude
    8707’to 88019’ East
    Population(2001)
    1294063
    Males
    666910
    Females
    627153
    LiteracyRate
    34.26%
    No.of Sub-Division
    01
    No.of Tehsil
    07
    No.of Blocks
    07
    No.of Villages
    802
    Averagerainfall
    2250mm
    Temperature
    Max.:41 0C; Min.: 5 0C
    STDCode
    06456
    How to Reach

    The district has 6 railway stations at Kishanganj, Pothia, Taiyyabpur, Thakurganj, Piprithan, Galgaliya.

    Nearest Airport is at Bagdogra (90 km. approx)

    Lakhisarai : Introduction

    The district of Lakhisarai came into existence in the year 1994 before which it was a part of the Munger district.

    Lakhisarai is bounded by Munger in the east, in the south by Sheikhpura, in the west by Begusarai and in the north by Patna.

    Rivers

    The important rivers flowing through the district are the Ganges, Kiul and Harohar.

    Attractions

    The important places to visit are Rajauna, Kabaiya, Nongarh, Barahiya, Shringirishi, Abhinath Asthan, Bhagwati Asthan

    Facts & Figures
    Yearof formation
    3rd of July 1994
    Area
    1293.97 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 to 250 20’ N
    Longitude
    850 55’ to 860 25’ E
    Population(2001)
    8,01,173
    Males
    4,16,727
    Females
    3,84,446
    Population density
    652 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    923
    LiteracyRate
    48.21%
    No.of Sub-Division
    01
    No.of Blocks
    06
    No.of Villages
    472
    Temperature
    Max.: 45 0C; Min.: 4 0C
    STDCode
    06346

    How to Reach

    Basically the people of Lakhisarai district depend on Railway and Roadways for transportation and communication.

    N.H. 80 traverses about 75 km. in northern part of the district through Barahiya, Lakhisarai and Surajgarha. About 60% villages have been linked with metallic Road. Railway main and loop line pass through the district headquarter and cross each other at Kiul junction.
    Madhepur : Introduction

    Madhepura is located in the northeastern part of Bihar and is situated in the plains of river Koshi.

    Madhepura district is surrounded by Araria and Supaul district in the north, Khagaria and Bhagalpur district in the south, Purnia district in the east and Saharsa district in the West.

    Facts & Figures
    Yearof formation
    09/05/1981
    Latitude
    25°. 34 to 26°.07’ N
    Longitude
    86° .19’ to 87°.07’ E
    Population(2001)
    1524596
    Males
    797180
    Females
    729466
    Population density
    852 Per Sq. K.M.
    Sex Ratio
    915
    No.of Blocks
    13
    No.of Villages
    441
    STDCode
    0612

    How to Reach

    The district is linked with meter gauge Rail of North Eastern Railway. The district is located on Katihar, Saharsa, Samastipur meter gauge Rail Section. In addition to Rail link it is connected with state H.Q.by road that starts from NH 31 at Maheshkhut and ends at Baijnathpur situated in between Madhepura and Saharsa link road at the distance of 14 KM from Madhepura.
    Madhubani :
    Munger : Introduction

    Munger came into existence as a separate centre in the year 1812.
    Munger District is located in the southern part of Bihar and its headquarter is located on the southern bank of river Ganges.

    The district of Munger is surrounded by the Ganges in the north, Bhagalpur district in the east, Barh district in the west and the district of Jamui in the south.

    Munger district has long been famous for its mineral waters and hot water springs,

    Attractions

    Religious Places

    Chandika Astahan, Kastaharni Ghat, Pir Shah Nafah Shrine, Sita Kund, Manpathar (Sita Charan), Ucheswar Nath, Gurudwara At Piparpanti, Goenka Sivalaya ( Machchli Talab), Baptist MissionSri Krishna Vatika, Pirpahar, Bhimbandh, Kharagpur Lake, Malnipahar, Safiabad- Mirza, Mullah Mohammad Sayyid Grave, Shah Mustafa Sufi’s Grave - Dilawarpur, Haha Punch Kumari, Rameshwar Kund, Rishikund, Sringirikh, Lachhuar, Simultala

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    1419.7 sq.km
    Latitude
    240 22 N to 250 30 N.
    Longitude
    850 30 E to 870 3 E
    Population(2001)
    1135499
    Males
    604662
    Females
    530837
    Population density
    800 Per Sq. K.M.
    Sex Ratio
    876
    Literacy Rate
    60.11%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No.of Blocks
    09
    No.of Villages
    903
    Average rainfall
    1231 mm.
    STDCode
    06344

    Muzaffarpur : Introduction

    The Muzaffarpur district is famously known as the “Land of Leechi”. The district was created in 1875 by splitting the Tirhut district for administrative convenience.

    The district is bounded by the Purbi Champaran and Sitamarhi district on North, on the South by Vaishali and Saran district, on the East by Darbhanga and Samastipur district and on the West by Saran and Gopalganj district.

    The district has now also won international praise for its delicious Shahi Leechi and China Leechi.

    Rivers

    The important rivers flowing through the district are Bagmati, Gandak, Burhi Gandak, and Lakhandeyee

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    1875
    Area
    3175.91 Sq. K.M.
    Latitude
    25O 54’ TO 26O 23’N
    Longitude
    84O 53’ TO 85O 45’ E
    Population(2001)
    3743836
    Males
    1941480
    Females
    1802356
    Population density
    1180 Per Sq. K.M
    Sex Ratio
    928
    Literacy Rate
    47.69%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No.of Blocks
    16
    No.of Villages
    1811
    Average rainfall
    118.7 mm.
    Temperature
    Max.: 44 OC ; Min.: 5 OC
    STDCode
    0621

    Nalanda : Introduction

    Nalanda district is a part of the Patna division. Bihar Sharif town is the administrative headquarters for this district.

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are the Nalanda University, Rajgir, Swarna Gufa, Griddhakuta Parvat, and Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Bihar Sharif, Bodh Gaya

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2367 Sq. km
    Population (2001)
    23,68,327
    Males
    12,36,467
    Females
    11,31,860
    Population density
    1006 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    915
    Literacy Rate
    53.64%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    20
    STD Code
    06112

    How to Reach

    By Air

    The nearest airport from Nalanda is Patna which is about around 89 km away. There are regular flights from Patna to Kolkata, Delhi, Ranchi, Mumbai, Varanasi, Lucknow, and Kathmandu.

    By Rail

    Rajgir, 12 km away, is the nearest railway station from Nalanda. There are several passenger trains running between Rajgir and Patna daily. The nearest major railway point is Gaya around 65 km away, from where one can board trains for Delhi, Kolkata, Varanasi, and some of the major centers in eastern India.

    By Road

    Nalanda is connected by a good road network with Rajgir 12 km, Bodh Gaya 50 km, Gaya 65 km, Patna 90 km, Pawapuri 26 km, and Bihar Sharif 13 km.

    Nawada : Introduction

    Nawada district is situated in the Magadh division. Nawada town is the administrative headquarters of this district.

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are Kakolat - A Famous Fall, Republic Door, Handiya Sun Temple, Mazar of Baba, Sitamari

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2494 Sq. km
    Latitude
    240 53 N
    Longitude
    850 35 E
    Population(2001)
    18,09,425
    Males
    9,28,638
    Females
    8,80,787
    Population density
    726 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    948
    Literacy Rate
    47.36%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No.of Blocks
    14
    STDCode
    06324

    Patna : Introduction

    Patna is the capital of the state Bihar. The original name of Patna was Pataliputra.

    The district lies virtually in the heart of the South Bihar Plain. Patna city is the administrative headquarters for this district. The Patna district is bounded on the north by the Ganges, beyond which lies the district of Saran, Vaishali, Samastipur and Begusarai. To the east lies the district of Lakhisarai and Nalanda and in the south the district of Jahanabad. Patna is separated from Bhojpur district on its west by river Sone.

    River

    The most important river is the Ganga which is navigable through out the year and there is considerable boat traffic for transporting cargo. The smaller rivers like Punpun and Dardha become navigable only during the rainy season when they can be used for transporting agricultural produce to the grain market at Fatwah.

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are Agamkuan, Botanical & Zoological Garden, Gandhi Sangrahalaya, Golghar, Jalan Museum, Kumhrar, Mahavir Temple, Martyr's Memorial, Patna Museum, Padri Ki Haveli, Pather Ki Masjid, Planetarium, Sadakat Ashram, Srikrishna Science Centre, Sher Shah Suri Masjid, Takht Harmandir

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    3202 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 25 N
    Longitude
    850 10 E
    Population (2001)
    47,09,851
    Males
    25,14,949
    Females
    21,94,902
    Population density
    1471 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    873
    Literacy Rate
    63.82%
    No. of Sub-Division
    06
    No. of Blocks
    23
    Average rainfall
    1200 mm
    STD Code
    0612

    How to Reach

    Roadways

    Patna is well served by a network of well maintained roads. National Highway No.31 passes through Dinapur, Patna and Patna City. While one branch goes to Barauni via Barh, another proceeds to Nawada via Bihar.

    All the sub-divisional headquarters of the district (except the newly created subdivision of Masaurhi) are situated on this National Highway which provides the road link between North and South Bihar.

    Railways

    The main line of the Eastern Railway passes through the entire length of the district running parallel to the Ganga. There are three railway lines running across the district from north to south viz., the Patna Gaya Branch line the Fatwah-Islampur Light Railway and the Bakhtiarpur-Rajgir Branch line.

    Except the Light Railway, the other two are branches of the Eastern Railway. With the opening of the famous Patna-Hajipur Bridge (Mahatma Gandhi Setu), the ferry service connecting the capital with the North-Eastern Railway System has ceased to function.

    Airways

    Patna is connected by air to Calcutta and Delhi and a few other places by Daily flights. There is an aerodrome near Phulwarisharif and another at Bihta
    Purnia : Introduction

    Purnia is popularly known as a ‘Poor Man’s Darjeeling’.The districts of Araria, Katihar and Kishanganj were carved out from the Purnia district.

    The Purnia district is surrounded by Araria district in the North, Katihar and Bhagalpur district in South, West Dinajpur district of West Bengal and Kishanganj district of Bihar in east and Madhepura and Saharsa District in the west.

    Attractions

    The important places to visit are Kajha Kothi, Goddess Puran Devi, Mata Asthan, Goddess Radha Krishna

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    3,229 sq. km
    Latitude
    250 13’ 80” to 270 7’ 59 N”
    Longitude
    860 59’ 6” to 870 52’ 35” E
    Population (2001)
    2540788
    Males
    1325794
    Females
    1214994
    Population density
    787 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    916
    Literacy Rate
    35.51%
    No. of Sub-Division
    04
    No. of Blocks
    14
    No. of Villages
    1296
    Average rainfall
    1411.5 mm
    Temperature
    Max.: 45.5 0C; Min.: 8.8 0C
    STD Code
    06454

    How to Reach

    One may access Purnia District using Road & rail services. The district is connected with National Highway No. - 31 and the nearest Railway Station is Katihar which is linked with most of the important places of the country.

    Private as well as State Govt. daily Bus services are available for Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, Assam, Orisa and Jharkhand. People of these states may reach here using bus services.
    Rohtas : Introduction

    Rohtas started functioning as an independent district in 1972 before which it was a part of the Shahabad district. Sasaram is the headquarters of the Rohtas District.

    Rohtas is surrounded by Bhojpur and Buxar district in the North, by Plamu and Garwah district in the South, by Aurangabad and a part of Gaya district in the East and by Kaimur district in the West.


    The important river flowing through the district is Sone.

    Attractions

    The important places to visit are Akbarpur, Akhorigola, Dehri, Deo Markandey, Rehal, Rohtas Garh, Sasaram, Shergarh, Tarachandi, Dhurwan Kund & Gupta Dham, Bhaluni Dham, Dharklandha

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    10th November 1972
    Area
    3847.82 Sq. km
    Latitude
    240 30” to 250 20” N
    Longitude
    830 14” to 830 20” E
    Altitude
    107.78 Meters
    Population (2001)
    2448762
    Males
    1282655
    Females
    1166107
    Population density
    636 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    909
    Literacy Rate
    50.57%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    19
    No. of Villages
    2103
    Average rainfall
    952 mm
    STD Code
    06184

    How to Reach

    Nearest Airport

    Jaiprakash Narayan International Airport, Patna (147kms)Gaya International Airport, Gaya (About 125 kms)

    Nearest railhead     is at Sasaram (Eastern Railway)

    By road

    The district is well Connected by a network of well-maintained roads with all Indian cities. (GT Road passes through Sasaram)
    Saharsa : Introduction

    Saharsa district became a separate district in 1954 prior to which it was a part of Kosi division.

    The important rivers flowing through the district are Kosi, Baghmati

    Atractions

    Important places to visit are Tara Sthan at Mahishi, Chandika Sthan at Biratpur, Mandan Bharti Asthan, and Sun Temple at Kandaha, Laxminath Gosai Sthal at Bangoandewan Ban Mandir, Nauhatta, Udahi, Karu Khirhari Temple and Matsyagandha Mandir.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    1 April 1954
    Area
    1661.30 Sq. km
    Latitude
    25.88° N
    Longitude
    86.6° E
    Population (2001)
    15,06,418
    Males
    7,88,585
    Females
    7,17,833
    Population density
    885 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    910
    Literacy Rate
    39.28%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No. of Blocks
    10
    STD Code
    06478

    How to Reach

    Saharsa is connected by rail and road to other major towns in Bihar.

    Road

    National Highway NH - 107 connects it to Maheshkhunt and Purnia.

    Rail

    Earlier there was only a metre gauge line, but in early 2006, a much awaited broad gauge line connected it to Khagaria on the New Delhi Guwahati main line.

    In early 2006, a weekly train was started to connect it to the national capital, New Delhi. In October 2006, a low fare completely air conditioned weekly train christened "Garib Rath" (Poor's Chariot), has been started to connect Saharsa to Amritsar, with much fanfare.
    Samastipur : Introduction

    Samastipur is an administrative district in the state of Bihar. The district headquarters is located at Samastipur. It is situated at the banks of the Budhi Gandak River.

    The district is bounded on the North by the Bagmati River which separates it from Darbhanga district, on the West by Vaishali and some part of Muzaffarpur districts, on the South by the Ganges, and on the East by Begusarai and some part of Khagaria districts.

    The most important rivers following through the district are Burhi Gandak, the Baya, Kosi, Kamla, Kareh and Jhamwari and Balan.

    The main festival of the district is Chhat Puja

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2905 Sq. km
    Latitude
    250 55 N
    Longitude
    850 5 E
    Population (2001)
    34,13,413
    Males
    17,71,249
    Females
    16,42,164
    Population density
    1175 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    927
    Literacy Rate
    45.76%
    No. of Sub-Division
    04
    No. of Blocks
    21
    No. of Towns
    05
    No. of Villages
    1237
    STD Code
    06274

    How to Reach

    Samastipur is the Divisional Headquarters of the North Eastern railway. The district has direct train link with Patna, Kolkata, Delhi, Dhanbad, Jamshedpur and other places of importance. National Highway No. 28 passes through the district.
    Saran : Introduction

    The Saran district is a part of the Saran division. Saran is also known as Chhapra.  Chhapra is the headquarters of the Saran district.

    The Saran district is bounded by Siwan and Gopalganj districts in the north, the Ganges constitutes the southern boundary of the Saran district beyond which lies the districts Bhojpur and Patna. The Gandak forms the dividing line with Vaishali and Muzaffarpur district in the east and in the west lies district of Siwan and the Balia district of uttar Pradesh.

    The district is shaped like a triangle with its apex at the confluence of  boundary of Gopalganj district and Gandak-Ganga river there are three rivers namely the Ganga, Ghaghra, Gandak which encircle the district from south north east and western side respectively. The district is entirely constituted of plains but there are quite a few depressions and marshes, which cause the formation of three broad natural divisions.

    Rivers

    Important rivers flowing through the district are Ganges, Ghaghra, Gandak

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are Aami, Sonepur, Dhorh Ashram, Gautam Asthan, Silhauri, Chirand

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    2641 Sq. km
    Latitude
    25°36' and 26°13' N
    Longitude
    84°24' and 85°15' E
    Population (2001)
    32,51,474
    Males
    16,54,428
    Females
    15,97,046
    Population density
    1231 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    965
    Literacy Rate
    52.01%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    20
    No. of Villages
    1767
    STD Code
    06152

    Sheohar : Introduction

    Sheohar district came into existence in the year 1994, before which it was a part of Tirhut division. The district headquarters are located at Sheohar.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    06-10-1994
    Area
    443 Sq. km
    Latitude
    260 2N
    Longitude
    850 3 E
    Population (2001)
    5,14,288
    Males
    2,71,261
    Females
    2,43,027
    Population density
    1161 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    896
    Literacy Rate
    37.01%
    STD Code
    06222

    Shiekhpura : Introduction

    Sheikhpura district is a part of the Munger Division. The Sheikhpura town is the administrative headquarters of this district.

    Rivers

    The important rivers flowing through the district are Ganges, Mohane, Harohar, Kiul

    Facts & Figures
    Population (2001)
    5,25,137
    Males
    2,73,468
    Females
    2,51,669
    Population density
    762 Per Sq. K.M.
    Sex Ratio
    920
    Literacy Rate
    49.01%
    STD Code
    06431




    Sitamarhi : Introduction

    The Sitamarhi district came into existence in the year 1972 after it was separated from the present Muzaffarpur district. Sitamarhi is situated in the northern part of Bihar. The district headquarter is located at Dumra, which is five kilometers south of Sitamarhi. The district is popularly known as the “Land of Goddess Sita”.

    Boundary

    The Sitamarhi district is bounded by Nepal on the north, Muzaffarpur on the south, by the districts Darbhanga and Madhubani on the east and on the west by the districts East Champaran and Sheohar.

    Rivers

    The important rivers flowing through the district are Bagmati, Lakhandei, Adhwara Group

    Attractions

    Important places to visit are Janaki Temple at Sitamarhi, Janaki Temple at Punaura, Deokuli, Haleshwar Sthan, Panth-Pakar, Bodhayan-Sar, Baghi Math, Pupri, Goraul Sharif, Shukeshwar Sthan, Sabhagachhi Sasaula

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    11th December 1972
    Area
    2185.17 sq. km
    Latitude
    26 ° 49 ' N
    Longitude
    85 ° 05 ' E
    Altitude
    85 Meter
    Population (2001)
    26,69,887
    Males
    14,10,149
    Females
    12,59,738
    Population density
    1214 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    893
    Literacy Rate
    39.38%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    17
    Average rainfall
    1100 to 1300 mm.
    STD Code
    06226

    Siwan : Introduction

    Siwan is located in the western part of the state. The district came into existence in 1972; previously it was a part of Saran district.

    The Siwan district is bounded by Deoria district (U.P.) from west, Gopalganj district from north, Saran district from east and by the river Ghaghara (Gogra or Sarayu) from south, beyond which lies the district of Ballia (U.P.).

    Rivers

    Rivers flowing through the district are Jharahi, Daha, Gandaki, Dhamati (Dhamahi), Siahi, Nikari and Sona.

    Attractions

    The important places to visit are Amarpur, Faridpur, Darauli, Don, Hasanpura, Lakri Dargah, Maharajganj, Mairwa Dham, Mehandar, Ziradei, Bhikhabandh,

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    11th December 1972
    Area
    2219 sq. km
    Latitude
    250 53' to 260 23' N
    Longitude
    840 1' to 840 47' E
    Population (2001)
    27,08,840
    Males
    13,32,218
    Females
    13,76,622
    Population density
    1221 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    1033
    Literacy Rate
    52.01%
    No. of Sub-Division
    02
    No. of Blocks
    19
    No. of Villages
    1530
    Average rainfall
    1200 mm
    STD Code
    06154

    How to Reach

    The district is connected through railways. Siwan is an important railway station of the Northern Eastern Railway as over here main traffic of sugar and vegetable are dealt.

    The district is not connected by any state highway. But then also it is connected through some important metalled roads which serve as the important route for transport.
    Supaul : Introduction

    Supaul district is a part of the Kosi division. Supaul town is the administrative headquarters of the district.

    The district is bounded by Nepal in the north, Saharsa in the south, by Araria district in the East and on the west by Madhubani district.

    Facts & Figures
    Latitude
    2507' o 260 2 N
    Longitude
    860 2'to 870 90' E
    Population (2001)
    17,45,069
    Males
    9,08,855
    Females
    8,36,214
    Population density
    724 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    920
    Literacy Rate
    37.80%
    No. of Sub-Division
    04
    No. of Blocks
    11
    No. of Villages
    554

    Vaishali : Introduction

    Vaishali district came into existence in 1972. Earlier it was a part of Muzaffarpur district. The Vaishali district is a part of Tirhut division and the district headquarters are at Hajipur town.

    Agriculture is the main activity and banana, paddy, wheat, maize and lentils are the major crops.

    The district is bounded by the district Muzaffarpur in the north, district Samastipur in the east and by river Ganga in south and river Gandak in west.

    Rivers

    The important rivers flowing through the district are Ganges and Gandak.

    Facts & Figures
    Year of formation
    12/10/1972
    Area
    2036 Sq. km
    Latitude
    25° to 30° North
    Longitude
    84° to 85° East
    Population (2001)
    27,12,389
    Males
    14,12,276
    Females
    13,00,113
    Population density
    1332 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    921
    Literacy Rate
    51.63%
    No. of Sub-Division
    03
    No. of Blocks
    17
    STD Code
    06224


    How to reach

    The state capital Patna is linked with famous Mahatma Gandhi Setu.

    Airways

    The nearest airport is Patna (70 Kms).

    Railways

    Hajipur on the north eastern railway station (35 Kms) from Muzaffarpur Railway station (40 Kms)

    Roadways

    Vaishali is well connected by road to Patna (56 Kms), Muzaffarpur (36 Kms) and Hazipur (35 Kms).
    West Champaran : Introduction

    West Champaran is a part of the Tirhut division. It is an administrative district and the district headquarters are located at Bettiah.

    Facts & Figures
    Area
    5228 Sq. km
    Latitude
    26.81°N
    Longitude
    84.50°E
    Population (2001)
    30,43,044
    Males
    16,00,853
    Females
    14,42,191
    Population density
    582 Per Sq. km
    Sex Ratio
    901
    Literacy Rate
    39.63%

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बिहार, बुद्ध की प्राचीन भूमि, भारतीय इतिहास का सुनहरा दौर देखा है. यह वही देश है जहाँ पहले गणराज्य के बीज बोए थे और जो लोकतंत्र की पहली फसल की खेती की जाती है. ऐसी उपजाऊ मिट्टी है कि जन्म innumerous बुद्धिजीवियों जो न केवल देश में बल्कि पूरी दुनिया में ज्ञान और ज्ञान के प्रकाश का प्रसार करने के लिए दिया गया है. बिहार राज्य जो कि पवित्र गंगा नदी के तट पर स्थित है इसकी राजधानी पटना है.

प्राचीन इतिहास

भूमि वर्तमान में बिहार के रूप में जाना द्रव्यमान का इतिहास बहुत प्राचीन है. वास्तव में, यह मानव सभ्यता के लिए बहुत सुबह फैली हुई है. जल्द से जल्द मिथकों और हिंदू धर्म (सनातन) धर्म सनातन - बिहार के साथ जुड़े रहे हैं की किंवदंतियों. सीता, भगवान राम की पत्नी, बिहार की राजकुमारी थी. वह विदेह के राजा जनक की बेटी थी. मुजफ्फरपुर, सीतामढ़ी, समस्तीपुर, मधुबनी, दरभंगा और की वर्तमान उत्तर मध्य बिहार, निशान इस प्राचीन राज्य में जिलों. सीतामढ़ी की वर्तमान छोटी बस्ती यहाँ पर स्थित है. पौराणिक कथा के अनुसार, सीता का जन्मस्थान Punaura, सीतामढ़ी के पश्चिमी ओर स्थित है, जिले के मुख्यालय में. जनकपुर, राजा जनक की राजधानी है, और जहां भगवान राम और सीता शादी हुई थी , वो नेपाल में सीमा पार स्थित है. जो की सीतामढ़ी के मध्य रस्ते से हो कर पंहुचा है हिंदू महाकाव्य रामायण के मूल लेखक - - महर्षि वाल्मीकि - प्राचीन बिहार में रहते थे. वाल्मीकि नगर पश्चिम चंपारण जिले में एक रेलवे स्टेशन के उत्तर पश्चिमी बिहार नामक छोटा सा शहर है , और पास में नरकटियागंज के रेलवे स्टेशन है. शब्द चंपारण चंपा- अरण्य , या सुगंधित चंपा (मैगनोलिया) पेड़ के एक जंगल से व्युत्पन्न है.

बुद्ध उपस्थित बोधगया मध्य बिहार में एक शहर में, और बौद्ध धर्म के महान धर्म का जन्म यही हुआ था. और भगवान महावीर, एक और महान धर्म के संस्थापक, जैन धर्म का जन्म हुआ भी यही हुआ था , और निर्वाण प्राप्त किया (मृत्यु). पावापुरी की वर्तमान शहर में स्थित है, यहाँ सिखों के दसवें और अंतिम गुरु, गुरु गोबिंद सिंह का जन्म हुआ और सिख धर्म की पवित्रता प्राप्त की वह यही जगह है वे एक गुरु बन गए. एक सुंदर और राजसी गुरुद्वारे (सिखों के लिए एक मंदिर) का निर्माण उसकी याददाश्त स्मरण करने के लिए - हरमंदिर, पूर्वी पटना में स्थित है. पटना साहिब के रूप में भक्तिभाव में जाना जाता है, यह एक पूजा के पाँच पवित्रतम स्थानों में से एक है (तखत) सिखों के लिए.

राजगीर बिम्बिसार के शासनकाल के दौरान मुआर्याँ साम्राज्य की राजधानी थी. यह बार बार भगवान बुद्ध और भगवान महावीर ने दौरा किया था. कई बौद्ध खंडहर यहाँ हैं. यहाँ के गर्म झड़ने औषधीय संपत्ति के लिए जाना जाता है.