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Bhagalpur information, brought together for local people and visitors

Bhagalpuria.com is being developed as a practical local-information platform for Bhagalpur district, Kahalgaon and nearby areas. The goal is simple: bring history, tourism, education, healthcare, transport, administration, local services and useful regional information together in one place.

Bhagalpur is one of Bihar's oldest districts and is located in the Ganga basin. The district has three subdivisions — Bhagalpur Sadar, Kahalgaon and Naugachia — and 16 blocks/circles.

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A local guide to the region

Discover the places, history, people, services and everyday information that make Bhagalpur special.

Bhagalpur

Learn about the district's geography, history, culture, administration and the identity of Bhagalpur as the Silk City.

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Kahalgaon

Explore Kahalgaon and its connection with Vikramshila, the Ganga and the surrounding heritage landscape.

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Tourism

Find historical, religious and natural attractions including Vikramshila, Ajgaibinath and the dolphin sanctuary.

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Bhagalpur Bihar and Ganga region
THE SILK CITY

Bhagalpur's Silk Heritage

Bhagalpur has a long-established silk and handloom tradition. The district administration's ODOP information highlights Bhagalpur Silk, including Tussar and mulberry silk and the role of local weavers and handloom production.

Bhagalpuria.com will use this section to introduce the craft, its history and the people and businesses connected with the local silk economy.

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HISTORY & HERITAGE

A region with a remarkable past

Bhagalpur's history is linked with ancient Anga, Champa and the Pala-period learning centre of Vikramshila.

Ancient Anga

Bhagalpur is closely associated with the ancient region of Anga and the historic settlement of Champa. The district's official history records references to Anga from ancient Indian traditions and historical periods.

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Vikramshila

At Antichak near Kahalgaon are the archaeological remains of Vikramshila, a major Buddhist centre of learning established during the Pala period.

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Culture & River Life

The Ganga, local traditions, festivals, religious places, handloom work and rural-urban life together form an important part of Bhagalpur's cultural character.

Culture & Heritage
PLACES TO EXPLORE

Bhagalpur's important attractions

Bihar Tourism lists several attractions in the Bhagalpur region, including Vikramshila, Ajgaibinath Mandir and the Vikramshila Dolphin Sanctuary.

Vikramshila

Ancient Buddhist university and archaeological heritage site near Antichak.

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Dolphin Sanctuary

A protected stretch of the Ganga associated with the Gangetic dolphin.

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Ajgaibinath

A prominent religious destination at Sultanganj connected with the Ganga.

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More Places

Explore local heritage, religious places and attractions as the directory grows.

Tourism Guide

Bhagalpur District at a Glance

Bhagalpur district covers about 2,569 sq. km and is surrounded by districts of Bihar as well as Godda and Sahebganj in Jharkhand. The official district profile lists three subdivisions and the district administration lists 16 blocks/circles.