Bhagalpur — A Historic City on the Ganga
Bhagalpur is one of the oldest districts of Bihar and lies in the Ganga basin in the southern part of the state. The official district profile places the district at about 2,569 sq. km and describes its location and neighbouring districts.
The district is more than a historic name. It is a living region where the Ganga, agriculture, trade, education, religious traditions, handloom work and urban and rural communities meet. Bhagalpur city serves as the district and divisional headquarters.
Why Bhagalpur is known
- Bhagalpuri silk and handloom craftsmanship
- Ancient Anga and Champa heritage
- Vikramshila's archaeological and Buddhist heritage
- Ganga and Gangetic dolphin conservation
- Religious and cultural places
- Regional education, trade and services
Bhagalpur today
Bhagalpur has an important regional role for surrounding towns and villages. Its identity combines an old cultural history with present-day education, healthcare, markets, transport and local businesses. Bhagalpuria.com is intended to document these different sides in a practical format.
For administrative information, the district is divided into Bhagalpur Sadar, Kahalgaon and Naugachia subdivisions and 16 blocks/circles.
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