Bihar (बिहार)
Administrative Divisions
Bihar are divided into 38 districts for administrative purposes. Here's a closer look at each:
List of Districts of Bihar
| # | District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Araria | 2830 | 2811569 | 993 |
| 2 | Arwal | 638 | 700843 | 1099 |
| 3 | Aurangabad | 3305 | 2540073 | 769 |
| 4 | Banka | 3020 | 2034763 | 674 |
| 5 | Begusarai | 1918 | 2970541 | 1549 |
| 6 | Bhagalpur | 2569 | 3037766 | 1182 |
| 7 | Bhojpur | 2395 | 2728407 | 1139 |
| 8 | Buxar | 1703 | 1706352 | 1002 |
| 9 | Darbhanga | 2279 | 3937385 | 1728 |
| 10 | Gaya | 4976 | 4391418 | 883 |
| 11 | Gopalganj | 2033 | 2562012 | 1260 |
| 12 | Jamui | 3098 | 1760405 | 568 |
| 13 | Jehanabad | 931 | 1125313 | 1209 |
| 14 | Kaimur | 3332 | 1626384 | 488 |
| 15 | Katihar | 3057 | 3071029 | 1005 |
| 16 | Khagaria | 1486 | 1666886 | 1122 |
| 17 | Kishanganj | 1884 | 1690400 | 897 |
| 18 | Lakhisarai | 1228 | 1000912 | 815 |
| 19 | Madhepura | 1788 | 2001762 | 1120 |
| 20 | Madhubani | 3501 | 4487379 | 1282 |
| 21 | Munger | 1419 | 1367765 | 964 |
| 22 | Muzaffarpur | 3172 | 4801062 | 1514 |
| 23 | Nalanda | 2355 | 2877653 | 1222 |
| 24 | Nawada | 2494 | 2219146 | 890 |
| 25 | Pashchim Champaran | 5228 | 3935042 | 753 |
| 26 | Patna | 3202 | 5838465 | 1823 |
| 27 | Purba Champaran | 3968 | 5099371 | 1285 |
| 28 | Purnia | 3229 | 3264619 | 1011 |
| 29 | Rohtas | 3881 | 2959918 | 763 |
| 30 | Saharsa | 1687 | 1900661 | 1127 |
| 31 | Samastipur | 2904 | 4261566 | 1467 |
| 32 | Saran | 2641 | 3951862 | 1496 |
| 33 | Sheikhpura | 689 | 636342 | 924 |
| 34 | Sheohar | 349 | 656246 | 1880 |
| 35 | Sitamarhi | 2294 | 3423574 | 1492 |
| 36 | Siwan | 2219 | 3330464 | 1501 |
| 37 | Supaul | 2425 | 2229076 | 919 |
| 38 | Vaishali | 2036 | 3495021 | 1717 |
- Largest district by area: Pashchim Champaran with 5228 km²
- Largest district by population: Patna with 5838465 people
- Smallest district by area: Sheohar with 349 km²
- Smallest district by population: Sheikhpura with 636342 people
Geographic and Demographic Overview
- Total Area: 94163km²
- Total Population (2011): 104099452
- High Court: Patna High Court
Population Distribution
The population is distributed between urban and rural areas as follows:
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92341436 | 11758016 | 104099452 |
| Male Population | 48073850 | 6204307 | 54278157 |
| Female Population | 44267586 | 5553709 | 49821295 |
Household Distribution
The distribution of households in the Bihar is:
| Rural Households | Urban Households | Total Households |
|---|---|---|
| 16862940 | 2050625 | 18913565 |
Question and Answer
Q: What is the capital of the Bihar?
A: The capital of the Bihar is Patna.
Q: When were the Bihar established as a Union Territory or State?
A: The Bihar were established as a Union Territory or State on 1-Apr-1936.
Q: How many districts are there in the Bihar?
A: There are 38 districts in the Bihar .
Q: What is the largest district by area in the Bihar?
A: The largest district by area in the Bihar is Pashchim Champaran, with an area of 5228 km².
Q: Which district in the Bihar has the largest population?
A: The district with the largest population in the Bihar is Patna, with a population of 5838465 people.
Q: What is the total area of the Bihar?
A: The total area of the Bihar is 94163 km².
Q: What is the total population of the Bihar according to the 2011 census?
A: According to the 2011 census, the total population of the Bihar is 104099452.
Q: Which high court has jurisdiction over the Bihar?
A: The Patna High Court has jurisdiction over the Bihar.
Q: How is the population distributed between urban and rural areas in the Bihar?
A: The population distribution in the Bihar is as follows:
- Rural Population: 92341436
- Urban Population: 11758016
Q: How many households are there in the Bihar?
A: There are 18913565 households in the Bihar.
Q: What are the population ranges of villages in the Bihar?
A: The population ranges of villages in the Bihar are:
- Less than 100: 6051
- 100-499: 5442
- 500-999: 7132
- 1000-1999: 9668
- 2000-2999: 5181
- 3000-3999: 2951
- 4000-4999: 1698
- 5000 And Above: 4255
Q: How is the male and female population distributed in the Bihar?
A: The population distribution by gender in the Bihar is as follows:
- Male Population: 54278157
- Female Population: 49821295
Q: What is the smallest district by area in the Bihar?
A: The smallest district by area in the Bihar is Sheohar, with an area of 349 km².
Q: Which district in the Bihar has the smallest population?
A: The district with the smallest population in the Bihar is Sheikhpura, with a population of 636342 people.
Q: What are Union Territories or States in the Eastern Region of India?
A: Union Territories or States in the Eastern Region of India include: