The Aurangabad Assembly constituency in Aurangabad district, Bihar, is one of the 243 legislative constituencies in the state, and part of the Aurangabad Lok Sabha seat. Formed in 1973, it’s a General seat open to everyone, with about 416,133 people (75% rural, 25% urban). It has around 317,947 voters, with 164,620 men and 145,881 women. Scheduled Castes (SC) are 21.64% (68,804 voters), and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are only 0.04% (127 voters). Rajputs, Yadavs, and OBCs shape the area’s politics. Elections are competitive with many parties, and campaigns focus on Rajputs and SC voters to win.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Aurangabad Assembly Constituency (No. 223) |
| Nature of Seat | General |
| District | Aurangabad, Bihar |
| Total Voters | 317,947 (as of 2020 Bihar Legislative Election) |
| Number of Booths | Not available |
| Dominant Community | Rajputs, with significant Scheduled Caste (SC) population (21.64%, ~68,804 voters) and Muslims (19%) |
Read Also: Atri Assembly constituency
Aurangabad Assembly constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Anand Shankar Singh | INC | 70,018 | 41.27% |
| 2 | Ramadhar Singh | BJP | 67,775 | 39.95% |
| 3 | Anil Kumar | BSP | 18,444 | 10.87% |
| 4 | Sanjiv Kumar Singh | Independent | 2,610 | 1.54% |
| 5 | Suresh Prasad | BMP | 2,366 | 1.39% |
| 6 | Chandesh Pd Gupta | JAP(L) | 2,254 | 1.33% |
| 7 | Archana Devi | Pragatisheel Magahi Samaj | 1,614 | 0.95% |
| 8 | NOTA | NOTA | 2,484 | 1.46% |
Winner: Anand Shankar Singh (INC) defeated Ramadhar Singh (BJP) by a margin of 2,243 votes
Aurangabad Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Anand Shankar Singh | INC | 63,637 | 41.70% |
| 2 | Ramadhar Singh | BJP | 45,239 | 29.64% |
| 3 | Kaushal Singh | BSP | 15,260 | 10.00% |
| 4 | Kumar Gaurav | Independent | 5,978 | 3.92% |
| 5 | Sanjit Kumar Chourasia | JAP(L) | 3,623 | 2.37% |
| 6 | Ram Chandar Yadav | Independent | 3,013 | 1.97% |
| 7 | Sinesh Rahi | CPI | 2,714 | 1.78% |
| 8 | Vikram Kumar | Independent | 1,811 | 1.19% |
| 9 | Satyendra Singh | Independent | 1,702 | 1.12% |
| 10 | NOTA | NOTA | 910 | 0.60% |
Winner: Anand Shankar Singh (INC) defeated Ramadhar Singh (BJP) by a margin of 18,398 votes
Read Also: Asthawan Assembly Constituency
Aurangabad Assembly constituency Election 2010 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Ramadhar Singh | BJP | 41,176 | 36.99% |
| 2 | Sunil Kumar Singh | RJD | 34,934 | 31.38% |
| 3 | Kaushal Singh | BSP | 13,012 | 11.69% |
| 4 | Irfan Ahamad | CPI | 3,595 | 3.23% |
| 5 | Rakesh Kumar Singh | INC | 3,434 | 3.09% |
| 6 | Ranjan Kumar Singh | Independent | 2,952 | 2.66% |
| 7 | Sidheshwar Vidyarthi | Independent | 1,646 | 1.48% |
| 8 | Baidyanath Mishra | Independent | 1,589 | 1.43% |
| 9 | Ranjit Kumar Singh | Independent | 1,410 | 1.27% |
| 10 | Arun Kumar Singh | NCP | 1,399 | 1.26% |
| 11 | Armanul Haque | IJP | 1,341 | 1.21% |
| 12 | Anil Kumar Sinha | Independent | 1,264 | 1.14% |
Winner: Ramadhar Singh (BJP) defeated Sunil Kumar Singh (RJD) by a margin of 6,242 votes
Read Also: Arwal Assembly constituency
Aurangabad Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths:
- High voter turnout (53.36% in 2020).
- Strong agricultural economy.
- Influential Rajput and SC (21.64%) voter base.
- Diverse political history (INC, BJP, RJD representation).
Weaknesses:
- Narrow electoral margins (1.32% in 2020).
- Heavy reliance on caste-based politics.
- Poor rural infrastructure and unemployment.
- Limited urban influence (24.57% urban population).
Opportunities:
- Focus on infrastructure and agricultural innovation.
- Engage youth and women voters (46.9% female).
- Strategic party alliances to consolidate votes.
Threats:
- Intense competition and vote splitting (e.g., BSP’s 10.87% in 2020).
- Caste polarization risks social tension.
- Economic instability due to monsoon dependency.
- State/national issues impacting local sentiment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Aurangabad ?
Anand Shankar Singh from INC is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Aurangabad Assembly constituency?
There are 317,947 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Aurangabad Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Aurangabad Assembly constituency was 169,654.
Which political parties are contesting in Aurangabad in 2020?
Major parties like INC, BJP, BSP, BMUP, JAPL, PMS, AHFBK, RSWD, and Independent.
What is the political significance of Aurangabad in the Bihar elections?
Aurangabad is important in Bihar elections because it has close contests and strong influence from Rajput and Scheduled Caste voters, making it a key seat for parties like Congress and BJP.
Resources:
[1.] Aurangabad Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurangabad,_Bihar_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Aurangabad Assembly constituency Aurangabad district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Aurangabad
[3.] Aurangabad Assembly constituency Aurangabad district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/aurangabad-assembly-elections-br-223/
