Know YOUR 🇮🇳 India Series -16. ❤ Bihar ❤ [Updated]
Bihar
- Bihar is a state in East India, bordering Nepal. It is divided by the River Ganges, which floods its fertile plains.
- Important Buddhist pilgrimage sites include the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya's Mahabodhi Temple, under which the Buddha allegedly meditated.
- In the state capital Patna, Mahavir Mandir temple is revered by Hindus, while Sikhs worship at the domed, riverside Gurdwara of Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji.
Government
| Formation |
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|---|---|
| Statehood | 26 January 1950 |
| Capital | Patna |
| Largest city | Patna |
| Districts | 38 ( Bihar is divided into 38 Districts and 9 Divisions. ) |
Government | |
| Governor | Phagu Chauhan (BJP) |
| Chief Minister | Nitish Kumar (JD(U)) |
| Deputy Chief Minister | Tarkishore Prasad & Renu devi |
| Legislature |
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| High Court | Patna High Court |
Nicknames
- Nickname -Silk City of India
Bihar State Symbols
| State animal | Gaur (Mithun)(Bos gaurus) |
| State bird | House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) |
| State flower | Kachnar (Phanera variegata) |
| State tree | Peepal tree (Ficus religiosa) |
National Parks
- Valmiki National Park
Wildlife Sanctuary
- BarelaJheelSalimAli Bird WLS
- Bhimbandh WLS
- Gautam Budha WLS
- Kanwarjheel WLS
- Kaimur WLS
- KusheshwarAsthan Bird WLS
- Nagi Dam WLS
- Nakti Dam WLS
- Pant (Rajgir) WLS
- Udaipur WLS
- Valmiki WLS
Bird sanctuary
- Nagi Dam Bird Sanctuary
- Nakti Dam Bird Sanctuary
- Bhimband Wildlife Sanctuary
Tiger reserve
- Valmiki Wild Life Sanctuary
Airports
- Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport- Patna
- Darbhanga Airport
Stadiums
- Nalanda International Cricket Stadium
- Patliputra Sports Complex
- Moin-ul-Haq or Rajendra Nagar Stadium
- Rajendra Stadium , Siwan, Bihar
Power Plants
- Barauni Thermal power station, Begusarai district,
- Kanti Thermal Power station, Kanti, Muzaffarpur
- NTPC Kahalgaon Super Thermal Power Station , Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur, Bihar
- NTPC Barh Super Thermal Power Station, Barh near Patna
- Kosi Hydro Power Station(Bihar)
- Nuclear power plant at Rajauli (Proposed)
- Karbigahia Thermal power station
Festival
- Chatth Puja
- Sama-Chakeva
- Ramnavami
- Makar-Sankranti
- Bihula
- Madhushravani
- Sonepur Fair
Dams
- Indrapuri Barrage
City in River Bank
- Hajipur - ganga
- Patna - ganga
- Bhagalpur - ganga
National Boundary
- Bengal
- Uttar Pradesh
- Jharkhand
Dances
- Bidesia
- SenkelaChhau
- Ramkhelia
- Jhumeri Dance
- Harvesting Dance
- Holi Dance
- Sohar-Khilouna Dance
- Kajari Dance
- Jat-Jatin Dance
- Jhijhian Dance
Major Rivers in Bihar
- Ganga River, Koshi River, Gandak River, Bagmati River, Budhi Gandak River, Mahananda River, Kamla-Balan River, Punpun River, Sone River, Saryu River, Bhutahi-Balan River, Falgu River, Kareh River, Karmnasha River, Uttari Koyal River, Panchane River, Chandan River, Sakri River, Ban Ganga River, Harhar River, Mohana River, Kiul River, Badua River, Belhama River, Billasi River, Chir River, Kao River, Gangi River, Koa River, Bhena River and Mahi River.
Some Famous Personalities of Bihar
- Aryabhatta
- Chanakya
- Ashoka
- Guru Gobind Singh
- Rajendra Prasad (First President of India)
- Jai Prakash Narayan
- Ramdhari Singh Dinkar (Hindi Poet)
- Bismillah Khan (Shehnaai Maestro)
- Girija Prasad Koirala (4 times Nepal’s PM)
- Ashok Kumar (Legendary veteran Actor)
GI Tags
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Applique (Khatwa) Work of Bihar | Handicraft | |
Bhagalpur Silks | Handicraft | |
Sikki Grass Products of Bihar | Handicraft | |
Shahi Litchi | Agricultural | |
Katarni Rice | Agricultural | |
Jardalu Mango | Agricultural | |
Magahi Paan (Betel) | Agricultural |
2011 Census
- Approximate Population - 10.41 Crores
- Sex Ratio - 918
- Child Sex Ratio - 935
- Literacy - 61.80 %
- Density/km2 - 1,106
Lakes
- Ghora Katora lake
- Baraila Lake
- Kachchi Talab
- Kanwar Lake
- Muchalinda Lake
- Kusheshwar Sthan Lake
- Gogabill Lake
Peaks
- Griddhakuta Peak
- Dungeswari Hills
- Mandar Hill (Parvat)
- Dungeshwari Hills
- Barabar Hills
- Kaimur Hills
Facts About The Brilliant Bihar
➤The word Bihar has been derived from a Sanskrit word.
- It is derived from Sanskrit and Pali word Vihara, which means “abode”.
➤The concept of non-violence originated from the land of Bihar
- Bihar is the place from where the concept of non-violence originated, the most enchanting thought in the history of mankind.
- It was lord Mahavira and lord Buddha who raised this idea about 2600 years ago.
- Bihar is also the birthplace of two religions Jainism and Buddhism.
➤Home of oldest Hindu temple
- There was much oblivion of the fact that Bihar is the home of oldest Hindu temples in India – Mundeshwari. The chanting voice of bells always abuzz around the four headed Shiva, which is an incredibly amazing an amalgam of male and female.
➤The birth place of Guru Gobind Singh
- Bihar is the birthplace of tenth Guru that is Guru Gobind Singh and the holy place of Sikhs is Harmandir Takht which is in Patna.
➤Considered to be excellent in Mathematics
- Most of the Bihari people are considered highly intellectual in Mathematics. With limited source and money, they are always ready to cross all the hurdles.
➤Center of trade and culture
- There are many of us who don’t know that during Vedic period Bihar was the center of trade and culture. Magadha, Vaishali, Mithila/Videha, Anga, Sakyapradesh, Vijji, Janaka were the major kingdoms.
➤Unique Bihari accent
- Well, the Bihari accent has already gained its popularity, we can see various dialogues in Bollywood movies in Bihari accent. Movies like PK, Gangs of Wasseypur, Gangajal are few examples.
➤IAS producing factory
- Bihar often considered as a land of labourers because in most states you will find them working as labour. But we should appreciate the fact that they are hardy enough to adapt themselves to any situations. As the fact proves that, Bihar is the state which is considered as the second most IAS producing factory.
➤Bihari cuisine
- When it comes to food, mouth watering liiti chokha is enough to make your day.
➤Travellers destination
- Bihar should be in the list of every traveller. Tomb of Sher Shah Suri and Maner Sharif defines the beauty of Mughal architecture, Bodhi tree under which Gautam enlightened and become Buddha. There are many such places having different stories behind them.
➤Say No to Violence!
- The idea of non-violence originated from Bihar around 2600 years ago. The Great, Lord Buddha and Lord Mahavir were propagators of this enchanting thought.
➤Birthplace of Two Religions!
- Bihar is also the origin of the biggest two religions in the world, namely Buddhism and Jainism. It was from here that Buddhism was spread in different parts of the world.
➤Father of the Nation!
- The first Prime Minister of Mauritius, Seewoosagur Ramgoolam hailed from Bihar. He also served as the chief minister and the governor general of the country. He is widely known as the “Father of the Nation.” We bet you didn’t know this one!
➤The Backbone of Indian Politics!
- You can’t think of Indian politics without Bihar. India’s first president Dr. Rajendra Prasad belonged to Bihar. Bihar is also the land of prominent political figures like- Jai Prakash Narayan, Lalu Prasad Yadav, Nitish Kumar, etc.
➤Asia’s Largest Cattle Fair!
- Coinciding with the post-harvest season for paddy, the Sonepur fair is the largest cattle fair in Asia. The central draw of the fair is cattle trade while imposing Indian elephants are the prime attraction.
➤India’s Most Successful Cricket Captain is from Bihar!
- India’s is a country where Cricket is no less than a religion, and the name MS Dhoni is one of the most celebrated chapters of this religion. MS Dhoni was born in Ranchi, Bihar (now, in Jharkhand) and is considered India’s most successful Cricket Captain; so far.
➤Bihar Will Dazzle Your Eyes
- Bihar is beyond your wildest dreams.
If one hasn’t explored this state, he hasn’t visited the country enough. Because Bihar is a center of tourism. Here are some places people love to explore:
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Bodhgaya
- Sher Shah Suri Tomb
➤Bihar is among the most fertile land in the world.
- Formed by mighty rivers like Ganga, Koshi and Gandak, Bihar plains are among the most fertile land in the world.
➤Bihar is home to world’s longest WI-FI range.
- Bihar has installed the world’s longest Wi-Fi range, 20kms, in its state capital Patna.
❝We should feel proud that we belong to a country where state like Bihar exists.❞
सीधी-सादी बोली अपनी, सीधे-सादे लोग,
लालच, झूठ और मक्कारी के हमको नहीं हैं रोग
अपने अंदर जिन्दा रक्खा है हमने इंसान,
हम हैं बिहारी, सारे जग में हम भारत की शान,
मेहनत अपना दीन धरम है, मेहनत है ईमान
