Agiaon Assembly constituency is a rural assembly seat in Bhojpur district, Bihar, reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC). It’s part of the Arrah Lok Sabha constituency and was created in 2008 when the Election Commission redrew boundaries to ensure fair voter representation, splitting it from the old Arrah seat. It covers Charpokhari, Garhani, and Agiaon blocks. As of 2011, it had about 3.5 lakh people, with 18.3% from SC communities and roughly 6% Muslims. In the 2020 election, it had 2.68 lakh voters and 276 polling stations, but only 52.54% of them voted.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Agiaon |
| Nature of Seat | Reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) |
| District | Bhojpur |
| Total Voters (2024) | Approx. 2,68,019 |
| Number of Booths | 276 |
| Dominant Community | Scheduled Castes (SC), Muslims |
| Key Issues | Rural development, road access, employment, welfare schemes |
Agiaon Assembly constituency By-election 2024 Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Vote Share (%) |
| Shiv Prakash Ranjan | CPI(ML)(L) | 73,460 | 53.31% |
| Prabhunath Prasad | JD(U) | 43,625 | 31.66% |
| Upendra Kumar | Independent (S/o Chandeshwar) | 6,418 | 4.66% |
| NOTA | None of the Above | 3,931 | 2.85% |
| Sonu Kumar | Independent | 3,322 | 2.41% |
| Rest of the candidates | 7,051 votes | 2% |
Winner: Shiv Prakash Ranjan CPI(ML)(L) defeated Prabhunath Prasad (JDU) by a margin of 29,835 votes
Agiaon Assembly constituency Election 2020 Result
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Vote Share (%) |
| Manoj Manzil | CPI(ML)(L) | 86,327 | 61.39% |
| Prabhunath Prasad | JD(U) | 37,777 | 26.87% |
| Rajeshwar Paswan | Lok Janshakti Party (LJNSP) | 4,972 | 3.54% |
| NOTA | None of the Above | 3,787 | 2.69% |
| Manuram Rathaur | Rashtriya Lok Samta Party (BLSP) | 1,765 | 1.26% |
| Rest of the candidates | 6,988 | 4.95% |
Winner: Manoj Manzil CPI(ML)(L) defeated Prabhunath Prasad (JDU) by a margin of 48,550 votes
Agiaon Assembly constituency Election 2015 Result
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Vote Share (%) |
| Prabhunath Prasad | Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)) | 52,276 | 40% |
| Shivesh Kumar | Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) | 37,572 | 29% |
| Manoj Kumar | CPI(ML)(L) | 31,789 | 24% |
| Upendra Kumar | Independent | 1,493 | 1% |
| Bandna Devi | Samajwadi Party (SP) | 1,147 | 1% |
| Rest of the candidates | 2,085 | 2% |
Winner: Prabhunath Prasad (JDU) defeated Shivesh Kumar (BJP) by a margin of 14,704 votes
Agiaon Assembly constituency Election 2010 Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Vote Share (%) |
| Shivesh Kumar | Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) | 29,257 | 32% |
| Suresh Paswan | Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) | 24,008 | 26% |
| Sidhnath Ram | CPI(ML)(L) | 21,739 | 24% |
| Ashok Kumar | Indian National Congress (INC) | 4,024 | 4% |
| Subhag Ram | Independent | 2,946 | 3% |
| Rest of the candidates | 10,391 | 11% |
Winner: Shivesh Kumar (BJP) defeated Suresh Paswan (RJD) by a margin of 5,249 votes
Agiaon Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Big SC Community: About 18% of people here are from Scheduled Castes, so their votes matter a lot and parties focus on them.
- CPI(ML)(L) is Strong: They won big in 2020 (61% votes) and the 2024 by-poll (53%), showing they’ve got a solid grip locally.
- All Rural Voters: Everyone here lives in villages, so issues like farming and local needs drive votes.
- Good Voting Setup: With over 260,000 voters and 276 polling stations, it’s easy for people to vote.
- Strong Alliance: CPI(ML)(L) teams up with RJD, giving them a strong network to reach voters.
Weaknesses
- Low Voter Turnout: Only about half (52%) voted in 2020, meaning many people aren’t showing up.
- No City Voters: It’s all rural, so there’s no urban crowd to mix things up or bring new ideas.
- Shifting Politics: JD(U) keeps changing sides (NDA to Mahagathbandhan), which confuses and annoys voters.
- Weak Opposition: JD(U) and BJP aren’t united, making it hard to challenge CPI(ML)(L).
- Focus on Local Issues: Campaigns stick to caste and farming, which limits bigger ideas.
Opportunities
- Caste Census: A new census counting castes could get SC voters excited and active.
- JD(U) Struggles: People are frustrated with JD(U)’s flip-flopping, so other parties can step in.
- New Allies: Adding parties like AIMIM could pull in the 6% Muslim voters.
- Development Promises: Offering better roads, schools, or farming help could win votes.
- Young and Women Voters: Parties can use social media to reach younger people and women.
Threats
- CPI(ML)(L)’s Power: They’re super strong, making it tough for JD(U) or BJP to win.
- NDA’s Mess: JD(U) and BJP might argue over who runs, weakening their chances.
- Vote Splitting: If AIMIM joins Mahagathbandhan, it could split votes and help NDA.
- Voter Frustration: People might not vote if they’re fed up with changing alliances.
- National Issues: Big national topics might drown out local concerns like farming.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Agiaon?
Shiv Prakash Ranjan from CPI(ML)L is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2024 By-elections.
How many voters are there in the Agiaon Assembly constituency?
There are 271,891 registered voters for the 2024 By-elections.
Which political parties are contesting in Agiaon in 2024?
Major parties like CPI(ML)L, JDU and NOTA are contesting.
What was the voter turnout in the last election (2024)?
The voter turnout in 2024 was 129971 voters casting their ballots.
What is the political significance of Agiaon in the Bihar elections?
Agiaon (SC) is a key Bihar constituency due to its strong SC voter base and CPI(ML)L dominance, reflecting rural and caste-based political trends.
Sources:
[1.] Agiaon Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agiaon_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Agiaon Assembly constituency Bhojpur district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/agiaon-sc-assembly-elections-br-195/
