State Profile

State Profile of Bihar

With a mission to actively engage the global Bihari community, the Bihar Foundation aims to leverage their knowledge, network, and resources for the state’s holistic development. Recognizing the significant migrant population from Bihar across major Indian cities, the Foundation is establishing Integrated Centres of Bihar (ICB) — dedicated hubs offering essential services, guidance, and support to the Bihari diaspora.

Bihar is located in the eastern part of India — a land steeped in ancient civilisation and spiritual heritage. Bounded by Nepal to the north and Jharkhand to the south, the state is shaped by the River Ganga flowing majestically west to east, dividing the fertile alluvial plains that have nurtured kingdoms, scholars, and cultures for millennia.

Bihar shares its borders with Uttar Pradesh (west), West Bengal (east), Nepal (north), and Jharkhand (south) — occupying a pivotal geographic position in the Indian subcontinent.

State Capital
Patna
Total Area
94,163 sq km
Official Language
Hindi & Urdu
Formation
22 March 1912

Administrative Framework

9
Divisions
38
Districts
101
Sub-Divisions
534
CD Blocks
8,053
Panchayats
Divisions of Bihar map

Administrative Divisions of Bihar

Revenue Villages 45,858
Total Towns 199
Police Stations 853
Police Districts 40 Civil, 4 Railway
State profile illustration
Bihar at a glance

Physical Features

Latitude 24° – 27° N
Longitude 83° – 88° E
Rural Area 92,257 sq km
Urban Area 1,095 sq km
Average Elevation 173 ft (53 m)

2011 Census Highlights

Population Density 1,106 / sq km
Highest Density District Sheohar
Lowest Density District Kaimur
Sex Ratio 918 females / 1,000 males
Highest Literacy District Rohtas

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