Bakhtiarpur Assembly Constituency (No. 180) in Patna district, Bihar, is part of the Patna Sahib Lok Sabha seat. Located 46 km east of Patna, it covers Bakhtiarpur, Daniawan, and Khusrupur CD blocks. The 2011 census recorded a population of 411,972, with 84.56% rural and 15.44% urban. Scheduled Castes make up 21.01%, and Scheduled Tribes 0.05%. The town of Bakhtiarpur has 53,223 residents and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Bakhtiarpur Assembly Constituency |
| Nature of Seat | General (Not reserved for SC/ST) |
| District | Patna |
| Total Voters | 284,192 (as per 2020 assembly) |
| Number of Booths | 289 (as per 2020 data) |
| Dominant Community | Scheduled Castes (21.01% of population, approximately 86,586 individuals based on 2011 census population of 411,972) |
Read Also: Bakhri Assembly Constituency
Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | RJD | Aniruddh Kumar | 89,483 | 52.17 |
| 2 | BJP | Ranvijay Singh | 68,811 | 40.12 |
| 3 | RLSP | Vinod Yadav | 1,893 | 1.10 |
| 4 | Independent | Sita Devi | 1,878 | 1.09 |
| 5 | NOTA | None of the above | 3,744 | 2.18 |
Winner: Aniruddh Kumar (RJD) defeated Ranvijay Singh (BJP) by a margin of 20,672 votes
Read Also: Bajpatti Assembly Constituency
Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | BJP | Ranvijay Singh | 61,496 | 40.11 |
| 2 | RJD | Aniruddh Kumar | 53,594 | 34.95 |
| 3 | BSP | Akhilesh Kumar | 12,070 | 7.87 |
| 4 | Independent | Jitendra Yadav | 11,123 | 7.25 |
| 5 | CPI | Surendra Paswan | 2,791 | 1.82 |
| 6 | Independent | Ravi Kumar | 2,193 | 1.43 |
| 7 | Independent | Sita Devi | 2,050 | 1.34 |
| 8 | Independent | Ranjit Kumar | 1,755 | 1.14 |
| 9 | NOTA | None of the above | 3,711 | 2.42 |
Winner: Ranvijay Singh (BJP) defeated Aniruddh Kumar (RJD) by a margin of 7,902 votes
Read Also: Baisi Assembly Constituency
Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency Election 2010 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | RJD | Aniruddh Kumar | 52,782 | 46.60 |
| 2 | BJP | Vinod Yadav | 38,037 | 33.58 |
| 3 | BSP | Subodh Kumar | 7,834 | 6.92 |
| 4 | Independent | Shashi Yadav | 3,384 | 2.99 |
| 5 | CPI | Brij Nandan Singh | 3,250 | 2.87 |
Winner: Aniruddh Kumar (RJD) defeated Vinod Yadav (BJP) by a margin of 14,745 votes
Read Also: Baikunthpur Assembly Constituency Bihar
Bakhtiarpur Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Engaged Electorate: 284,192 voters, 60.37% turnout (171,515 votes) in 2020.
- SC Population: 21.01% (86,586 individuals), a key voting bloc.
- Connectivity: Major railway junction, NH 31, and upcoming Bakhtiarpur-Tajpur Bridge.
- Political Relevance: Birthplace of CM Nitish Kumar, attracting attention.
- Rural Base: 84.56% rural population, strong for RJD (52.17% votes in 2020).
Weaknesses
- Low Urban Influence: Only 15.44% urban population limits urban policy impact.
- Voter Abstention: 40% voters did not vote in 2020, a challenge for mobilization.
- Minimal Muslim Impact: 3.2% Muslim voters (9,094), low electoral influence.
- Electoral Volatility: Competitive seat with RJD-BJP oscillation since 1990s.
- Caste Dependency: Heavy reliance on SC and rural voters risks fragmentation.
Opportunities
- Mobilize Non-Voters: 40% abstention offers potential for BJP to gain ground.
- SC-Targeted Policies: Appeal to 21.01% SC population with welfare schemes.
- Infrastructure Focus: Leverage bridge project and connectivity for development campaigns.
- Alliance Strategies: NDA (BJP, JD(U), LJP) and Mahagathbandhan (RJD, AIMIM) dynamics.
- New Players: Jan Suraaj’s entry could split votes, creating opportunities.
Threats
- RJD Dominance: Strong 2020 win (89,483 votes, 52.17%) with Tejashwi’s appeal.
- Caste Fragmentation: Risk of losing SC votes to competing parties.
- Alliance Instability: NDA internal conflicts (e.g., LJP’s CM push) may weaken coalition.
- Agrarian Issues: Rural distress could favor RJD’s rural-focused agenda.
- New Entrants: Jan Suraaj and AIMIM may disrupt traditional vote banks.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Bakhtiarpur?
Aniruddh Kumar from RJD is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency?
There are 284,192 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency was 171,515.
Which political parties are contesting in Bakhri in 2020?
Major parties like RJD, BJP, JD(U), LJP, and CPI, and independents.
What is the political significance of Bakhtiarpur in the Bihar elections?
Bakhtiarpur is politically significant in Bihar elections as the birthplace of CM Nitish Kumar and a key battleground for RJD and BJP, driven by its large SC and rural voter base.
Resources:
[1.] Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bakhtiarpur_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency Patna district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Bakhtiarpur
[3.] Bakhtiarpur Assembly constituency Patna district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/bakhtiarpur-assembly-elections-br-180/
