Bihar Directory
State in eastern India.
Districts in Bihar
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Arwal District
Arwal district is one of the smallest districts of Bihar, carved out of Jehanabad. It is primarily an agriculture-based district with strong rural connectivity. Located near the Son River basin, Arwal plays an important role in farming, local trade, and government welfare schemes delivery.
Aurangabad District
Aurangabad district, often referred to as the 'Chittorgarh of Bihar', is located in south-central Bihar. The district is known for its historical forts, Surya temples, agricultural productivity, and growing educational infrastructure. Aurangabad serves as an important commercial and transportation hub connecting Bihar with Jharkhand and eastern India.
Bhojpur District
Bhojpur district, headquartered at Ara, is one of Bihar's historically significant districts. It is known for Veer Kunwar Singh, rich agricultural production, educational institutions, and strong connectivity to Patna. The district serves as an important commercial and administrative center in western Bihar.
Buxar District
Buxar is a historic district in western Bihar situated on the banks of the Ganga River. It is known for its religious significance, agricultural economy, and the historic Battle of Buxar fought in 1764. The district serves as an important cultural and transportation hub in the region.
Gaya District
Gaya is one of Bihar's most important districts and an internationally recognized religious and tourism hub. It is home to Bodh Gaya, where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. The district attracts millions of pilgrims, tourists, students and citizens every year. Agriculture, tourism, hospitality and small-scale industries are major contributors to the local economy.
Jehanabad District
Jehanabad district is located in the Magadh region of Bihar and serves as an important agricultural and administrative center. The district is known for its fertile farmland, historical sites, educational institutions and strategic location between Patna and Gaya. Agriculture, trade and government services are the primary drivers of the local economy.
Kaimur District
Kaimur district is located in southwestern Bihar and is known for Kaimur Hills, Mundeshwari Temple, waterfalls, forests and agriculture. The district acts as an important gateway between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
Nalanda District
Nalanda district is globally famous for the ancient Nalanda University, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The district is an important center for tourism, education, agriculture and Buddhist heritage in Bihar.
Patna District
Patna is the capital city and administrative headquarters of Bihar. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and serves as the political, educational, healthcare, and commercial hub of the state. The district has the highest concentration of government offices and citizen service centers in Bihar.
Rohtas District
Rohtas district, headquartered at Sasaram, is one of the most historically significant districts of Bihar. It is known for Rohtasgarh Fort, Sher Shah Suri Tomb, agricultural production, and growing industrial activity in Dehri-on-Sone.