Amarpur Assembly constituency, located in Banka district, Bihar, is one of the state’s 243 legislative constituencies and part of the Banka Lok Sabha constituency. It covers the Shambhuganj and Amarpur Community Development Blocks in southeastern Bihar, near Jharkhand and districts like Jamui and Munger. As a general constituency, it is not reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) or Scheduled Tribes (ST). According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur has a population of about 400,661, with 93.68% living in rural areas and 6.32% in urban areas. The Scheduled Caste population is 12.88%, and the Scheduled Tribe population is 0.18%.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Amarpur |
| Nature of Seat | General |
| District | Banka |
| Total Voters | 295,587 |
| Number of Booths | 434 |
| Dominant Community | Yadav, Muslim, Scheduled Castes (SC) |
Read Also: Alinagar Assembly constituency
Amarpur Assembly Constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Jayant Raj | JD(U) | 54,308 | 33.10% |
| 2 | Jitendra Singh | INC | 51,194 | 31.20% |
| 3 | Mrinal Shekhar | LJP | 40,308 | 24.60% |
| 4 | NOTA | NOTA | 3,534 | 2.20% |
| 5 | Pravin Kumar Jha | Independent | 2,125 | 1.30% |
| 6 | Anil Kumar Singh | NCP | 2,096 | 1.30% |
| 7 | Krishana Mohan Thakur | Independent | 2,089 | 1.30% |
| 8 | Bipin Kishor Ray | Independent | 1,923 | 1.20% |
Winner: Jayant Raj (JDU) defeated Jitendra Singh (INC) by a margin of 3,114 votes
Read Also: Alauli Assembly constituency
Amarpur Assembly Constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes | |
| 1 | Janardan Manjhi | JD(U) | 73,707 | 47.89% | Winner |
| 2 | Mrinal Shekhar | BJP | 61,934 | 40.24% | -11,773 |
| 3 | None of the Above | NOTA | 6,818 | 4.43% | -66,889 |
| 4 | Surendra Prasad Singh | Independent | 2,864 | 1.86% | -70,843 |
| 5 | Suryadeo Singh | Independent | 2,134 | 1.39% | -71,573 |
Winner: Janardan Manjhi (JDU) Mrinal Shekhar (BJP) by a margin of 11,773 votes
Read Also: Alamnagar Assembly constituency
Amarpur Assembly Constituency Election 2010 Results
| 1 | Janardan Manjhi | JD(U) | 47,300 | 40.78% |
| 2 | Surendra Prasad Singh | RJD | 29,293 | 25.26% |
| 3 | Rakesh Kumar Singh | INC | 9,583 | 8.27% |
| 4 | Anil Kumar Singh | LTSD | 7,898 | 6.81% |
| 5 | Baby Devi | JVM | 5,160 | 4.45% |
| 6 | Manoj Ajad | NCP | 3,776 | 3.26% |
| 7 | Syed Alamdar Hussain | Independent | 3,667 | 3.17% |
| 8 | Vinod Kumar | LSSP | 3,049 | 2.63% |
| 9 | Kedar Prasad Singh | SJP(R) | 1,785 | 1.54% |
Winner: Janardan Manjhi (JDU) Surendra Prasad Singh (RJD) by a margin of 18,007 votes
Read Also: Agiaon Assembly constituency
Amarpur Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse electorate (Yadav, Muslim, Rajput, others).
- Strong political history since 1957 with active voter participation.
- Strategic location in Banka district, part of Banka Lok Sabha.
- Fertile land supporting rice-based agriculture.
- High voter turnout with 305,894 voters and 434 polling booths (2020).
Weaknesses
- Poor infrastructure (roads, irrigation, healthcare, education).
- Heavy reliance on agriculture, vulnerable to seasonal risks.
- Low literacy rate (47.5% in Banka district).
- Caste-driven politics overshadows development.
- Limited industrial and employment opportunities.
Opportunities
- Public-Private Partnerships for infrastructure and agriculture.
- Tourism development around Mandar Hill.
- Modernizing agriculture with irrigation and Agri Export Zone.
- Establishing educational and technical institutions.
- Stable governance via JD(U)-RJD Mahagathbandhan alliance.
Threats
- Caste-based voting fragmentation.
- Political volatility and shifting alliances.
- Persistent poverty and low per capita income.
- Lack of focus on development issues.
- Strong opposition from BJP in upcoming elections.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Amarpur?
Jayant Raj from JDU is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Amarpur Assembly constituency?
There are 295,587 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
Which political parties are contesting in Amarpur in 2020?
Major parties like Janata Dal United, Rashtriya Janata Dal, Lok Janshakti Party, Vikassheel Insaan Party and others.
What was the voter turnout in the last election (2020)?
The voter turnout in 2020 was 157,577 voters casting their ballots.
What is the political significance of Amarpur in the Bihar elections?
Amarpur is a key Bihar constituency with a diverse voter base, influencing state and national politics through competitive elections and shifting party wins.
Sources:
[1.] Amarpur Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amarpur,_Bihar_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Amarpur Assembly constituency Bhojpur district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Amarpur
[3.] Amarpur Assembly constituency Bhojpur district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/amarpur-assembly-elections-br-159/
