Asthawan Assembly Constituency (No. 171), a fully rural seat in Nalanda district Bihar, is part of the Nalanda Lok Sabha constituency and covers Asthawan, Bind, Sarmera, and parts of Barbigha blocks. Established in 1951 as a general (unreserved) constituency, it has a population of approximately 365,405 (2011 Census), with 25.18% Scheduled Castes, 0.07% Scheduled Tribes, 5-17.7% Muslims, and 63.14% OBCs. Voter numbers grew from 270,312 in 2015 to 303,479 in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, but turnout remains low at around 49%, likely due to JD(U)’s consistent dominance in recent competitive elections.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Asthawan (No. 171) |
| Nature of Seat | General (Unreserved) |
| District | Nalanda |
| Total Voters | 303,479 |
| Number of Booths | 314 |
| Dominant Community | Other Backward Classes (OBC) – Approximately 63.14% |
Read Also: Arwal Assembly constituency
Asthawan Assembly constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Jitendra Kumar | JD(U) | 51,525 | 35.75% |
| 2 | Anil Kumar | RJD | 39,925 | 27.70% |
| 3 | Ramesh Kumar | LJP | 21,844 | 15.16% |
| 4 | Bipin Kumar | Independent | 9,134 | 6.34% |
| 5 | Gauri Kumar | Independent | 3,608 | 2.50% |
| 6 | Ajeet Kumar | Independent | 2,446 | 1.70% |
| 7 | Uday Shankar Kumar | Independent | 2,391 | 1.66% |
| 8 | Sushil Prasad | JD(S) | 1,758 | 1.22% |
| 9 | Chandra Mauli Prasad | Independent | 1,432 | 0.99% |
| 10 | Punam Kumari | The Plurals Party | 1,311 | 0.91% |
| 11 | NOTA | NOTA | 1,102 | 0.76% |
Winner: Jitendra Kumar (JDU) defeated Anil Kumar (RJD) by a margin of 11,600 votes
Read Also: Arrah Assembly constituency
Asthawan Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Jitendra Kumar | JD(U) | 58,908 | 44.29% |
| 2 | Chhote Lal Yadav | LJP | 48,464 | 36.44% |
| 3 | Yugeshwar Manjhi | Independent | 4,259 | 3.20% |
| 4 | Sanjay Paswan | Independent | 3,494 | 2.63% |
| 5 | Kumar Jayakant | NCP | 2,280 | 1.71% |
| 6 | Pramod Narayan Sinha | JAP(L) | 2,104 | 1.58% |
| 7 | Satyendra Krishnam | CPI | 2,005 | 1.51% |
| 8 | Deoki Paswan | Independent | 1,956 | 1.47% |
| 9 | Rajkumar | BSP | 1,854 | 1.39% |
| 10 | NOTA | NOTA | 5,390 | 4.05% |
Winner: Jitendra Kumar (JDU) defeated Chhote Lal Yadav (LJP) by a margin of 10,444 votes
Read Also: Araria Assembly constituency
Asthawan Assembly constituency Election 2010 Results
| S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | Jitendra Kumar | JD(U) | 54,176 | 50.65% |
| 2 | Kapildev Prasad Singh | LJP | 34,606 | 32.35% |
| 3 | Jugeshwar Manjhi | Independent | 4,286 | 4.01% |
| 4 | Satish Kumar | INC | 4,276 | 4.00% |
| 5 | Anil Kumar | Independent | 2,111 | 1.98% |
| 6 | Jaymanti Devi | Independent | 1,983 | 1.86% |
Winner: Jitendra Kumar (JDU) defeated Kapildev Prasad Singh (LJP) by a margin of 19,570 votes
Read Also: Amour Assembly Constituency
Asthawan Assembly constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths:
- Strong JD(U) dominance since 2005, with MLA Jitendra Kumar winning five terms.
- Large OBC voter base (~63%) supports JD(U).
- Development in infrastructure under Nitish Kumar’s governance.
Weaknesses:
- Low voter turnout (~45-50%), indicating apathy.
- Limited economic diversity; heavily reliant on agriculture.
Opportunities:
- Leverage development projects to boost voter engagement.
- Appeal to growing youth and minority voters (Muslims ~5-17%).
Threats:
- Rising anti-incumbency against JD(U) after long rule.
- Stronger opposition (RJD-led alliance) could mobilize voters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Asthawan?
Jitendra Kumar from JDU is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Asthawan Assembly constituency?
There are 303,479 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Asthawan Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Asthawan Assembly constituency was 144,108.
Which political parties are contesting in Asthawan in 2020?
Major parties like AIMIM, INC, JD(U), BJP, NCP, LJP, JVKP, PCP, JAPL, JDR, and independents.
What is the political significance of Asthawan in the Bihar elections?
Asthawan is a key JD(U) stronghold in Bihar, reflecting Nitish Kumar’s influence and OBC voter dominance, shaping Nalanda’s electoral dynamics.
Resources:
[1.] Asthawan Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asthawan_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Asthawan Assembly constituency Nalanda district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Asthawan
[3.] Asthawan Assembly constituency Nalanda district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/asthawan-assembly-elections-br-171/
