Barachatti Assembly Constituency Election is one of the 243 constituencies in the Bihar Legislative Assembly, located in Gaya district, Bihar, India. It’s a reserved seat for Scheduled Castes (SC) and is part of the Gaya Lok Sabha constituency in the historic Magadh region. About 36% of its voters are from Scheduled Castes, with 55-60% being Chamars 30-35% Dusadhs and 5-8% Musahars, who are among the poorest. Around 11% of voters are Muslims. The area struggles with widespread poverty and low literacy, with only 47.5% of people able to read and write. Many families rely on children working to survive, prioritizing earning over education. Elections in Barachatti are strongly influenced by caste, especially the SC groups like Chamars, Dusadhs, and Musahars.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Barachatti |
| Nature of Seat | Reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) |
| District | Gaya |
| Total Voters | 304,389 (2020 Assembly Election) |
| Number of Booths | Not available |
| Dominant Community | Scheduled Castes (35.88% of electorate, per 2011 Census): – Chamar (55-60%) – Dusadh (30-35%) – Musahar (5-8%) Muslims (~11%) |
Read Also: Barari Assembly Constituency
Barachatti Assembly Constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | HAM(S) (Hindustani Awam Morcha-Secular) | Jyoti Devi | 72,491 | 39.21% |
| 2 | RJD | Samta Devi | 66,173 | 35.79% |
| 3 | LJP | Renuka Devi | 11,244 | 6.08% |
| 4 | BSP | Rita Devi | 9,721 | 5.26% |
| 5 | Independent | Arjun Bhuiyan | 3,836 | 2.07% |
| 6 | Independent | Puniya Devi | 3,778 | 2.04% |
| 7 | JAP(L) | Bal Kunwar Manjhi | 3,127 | 1.69% |
| 8 | Independent | Shivcharan Manjhi | 2,962 | 1.60% |
| 9 | BMP | Parmeshwar Paswan | 1,893 | 1.02% |
| 10 | PPI(D) (Peoples Party of India-Dem.) | Shiv Shankar Kumar | 1,802 | 0.97% |
| 11 | NOTA | None of the above | 3,767 | 2.04% |
Winner: Jyoti Devi (HAM(S)) defeated Samta Devi (RJD) by a margin of 6,318 votes
Read Also: Banmankhi Assembly Constituency
Barachatti Assembly Constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | RJD | Samta Devi | 70,909 | 45.42% |
| 2 | LJP | Sudha Devi | 51,783 | 33.17% |
| 3 | BSP | Harendra Prasad | 7,999 | 5.12% |
| 4 | Independent | Mukesh Kumar | 3,778 | 2.42% |
| 5 | RPI | Sarju Parsad | 3,287 | 2.11% |
| 6 | Samras Samaj Party | Ramotar Manjhi | 2,627 | 1.68% |
| 7 | CPI(ML)L | Sreechand Das | 2,408 | 1.54% |
| 8 | BMP | Dileep Paswan | 2,303 | 1.48% |
| 9 | NOTA | None of the above | 7,328 | 4.69% |
Winner: Samta Devi (RJD) defeated Sudha Devi (LJP) by a margin of 19,126 votes
Read Also: Bankipur Assembly Constituency
Barachatti Assembly Constituency Election 2010 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | JD(U) | Jyoti Devi | 57,550 | 50.18% |
| 2 | RJD | Samta Devi | 33,804 | 29.48% |
| 3 | Independent | Shiv Charan Manjhi | 3,496 | 3.05% |
| 4 | CPI(ML)(L) | Kamal Deo Paswan | 3,011 | 2.63% |
| 5 | Independent | Vanarshi Manjhi | 2,934 | 2.56% |
| 6 | INC | Badhan Bhuiyan | 2,675 | 2.34% |
| 7 | BSP | Neelam Paswan | 2,599 | 2.27% |
| 8 | JPS | Sanjay Kumar | 2,168 | 1.90% |
| 9 | JKNPP | Amit Kumar | 1,514 | 1.32% |
| 10 | JD(S) | Sabo Devi | 1,367 | 1.20% |
| 11 | Independent | Renuka Devi | 1,294 | 1.13% |
| 12 | Independent | Vijay Kumar | 1,276 | 1.12% |
Winner: Jyoti Devi (JDU) defeated Samta Devi (RJD) by a margin of 23,746 votes
Barachatti Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High Voter Turnout: 60.80% in 2020, reflecting strong political engagement.
- SC Voter Base: 35.88% Scheduled Castes (Chamars 55-60%, Dusadhs 30-35%, Musahars 5-8%).
- Good Connectivity: Located on Grand Trunk Road, 45 km from Gaya, 150 km from Patna.
- Influential Leaders: Strong presence of Jitan Ram Manjhi (HAM-S), bolstered by 2024 Lok Sabha win.
- Political Diversity: History of wins by Congress, RJD, JD(U), HAM-S, showing voter openness.
Weaknesses
- Low Literacy: 47.53% overall (39.75% women, 55.06% men), limiting awareness.
- Widespread Poverty: Especially among Musahars, prioritizing survival over development.
- Poor Agriculture: Laterite soil restricts productivity to coarse grains.
- Fully Rural: 155 villages, no urban voters, lacking infrastructure.
- Dynastic Politics: Dominance of families like Bhagwati Devi’s and Manjhi’s.
Opportunities
- Dalit Women Empowerment: 2020’s all-female top candidates signal potential for leadership focus.
- Development Focus: Investments in education and infrastructure could uplift voters.
- Caste-Based Mobilization: Targeted SC welfare policies could strengthen party loyalty.
- Youth Engagement: Growing voter base (315,036 in 2024) offers scope for new ideas.
- Alliance Leverage: NDA’s (HAM-S, JD(U)) regional strength can be capitalized on.
Threats
- Caste Rivalries: Chamar-Dusadh-Musahar divisions could fragment SC votes.
- Economic Stagnation: Persistent poverty and migration may fuel voter discontent.
- Opposition Strength: RJD’s historical success (4 wins) poses a challenge to NDA.
- Voter Disenfranchisement: Ongoing electoral roll revisions raise concerns of manipulation.
- Low Literacy Impact
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Barachatti?
Jyoti Devi (HAM(S)) is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Barachatti Assembly constituency?
There are 304,389 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Barachatti Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Barachatti Assembly constituency was 182,851.
Which political parties are contesting in Barachatti in 2020?
Major parties like HAM(S), RJD, LJP, BSP, and independents.
What is the political significance of Barachatti in the Bihar elections?
Barachatti, an SC-reserved seat in Gaya, is politically significant due to its strong Scheduled Caste voter base and influence of leaders like Jitan Ram Manjhi, making it a key battleground in Bihar election.
Resources:
[1.] Barachatti Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barari_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Barachatti Assembly constituency Gaya district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Barari
[3.] Barachatti Assembly constituency Gaya district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/barachatti-assembly-elections-br-228/
