Atri Assembly constituency, located in Gaya district, Bihar, is one of the 243 legislative constituencies in the state. It is part of the Jahanabad Lok Sabha constituency, alongside Arwal, Kurtha, Jehanabad, Makhdumpur, and Ghoshi. Established in 1951, Atri is a rural area with a significant Scheduled Caste population (about 31%). It also has a small Muslim voter base (around 6%). The constituency is famous for being the home of Dasrath Manjhi, the “Mountain Man.” His legacy influences Atri’s political narrative. Atri remains a key battleground for Bihar’s political parties.
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Constituency Overview
Field | Details |
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Constituency | Atri Assembly Constituency (No. 233) |
Nature of Seat | General (GEN) |
District | Gaya |
Total Voters | 310,443 (as of 2020) |
Number of Booths | 346 (as of 2020) |
Dominant Community | Scheduled Castes (SC), particularly Mahadalits, ~31.03% (96,330 voters as per 2011 Census); Yadavs also significant |
Read Also: Asthawan Assembly Constituency
Atri Assembly constituency Election 2020 Results
S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
1 | Ajay Kumar Yadav | Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) | 62,658 | 36.55% |
2 | Manorama Devi | Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] | 54,727 | 31.93% |
3 | Arvind Kumar Singh | Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) | 25,873 | 15.09% |
4 | Ajay Kumar Sinha | Rashtriya Lok Samata Party | 9,442 | 5.51% |
5 | Subhas Chandra Bose | Independent | 3,036 | 1.77% |
6 | Manoj Yadav | Independent | 2,651 | 1.55% |
7 | Ram Lakhan Yadav | Independent | 2,307 | 1.35% |
8 | Chandrika Prasad | Independent | 1,893 | 1.10% |
9 | Shashi Kumar | Pragatisheel Magahi Samaj | 1,828 | 1.07% |
10 | None of the Above (NOTA) | NOTA | 4,561 | 2.66% |
Winner: Ajay Kumar Yadav (RJD) defeated Manorama Devi (JDU) by a margin of 7,931 votes
Read Also: Arwal Assembly constituency
Atri Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results
S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
1 | Kunti Devi | Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) | 60,687 | 38.96% |
2 | Arvind Kumar Singh | Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) | 46,870 | 30.09% |
3 | Krishna Nandan Yadav | JAP(L) | 9,603 | 6.17% |
4 | Sitaram Prasad Yadav | Communist Party of India (CPI) | 6,554 | 4.21% |
5 | Darvesh Singh | Independent | 5,926 | 3.80% |
6 | Subhash Kumar Sinha | Independent | 5,317 | 3.41% |
7 | Mundrika Singh Yadav | Independent | 3,659 | 2.35% |
8 | Md. Sarwar Khan | Independent | 2,660 | 1.71% |
9 | Jai Prakash Singh | Independent | 1,718 | 1.10% |
10 | Sunil Kumar | Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) | 1,663 | 1.07% |
11 | Ramcharitar Chohan | Independent | 1,646 | 1.06% |
12 | None of the above (NOTA) | NOTA | 6,239 | 4.01% |
Winner: Kunti Devi (RJD) defeated Arvind Kumar Singh (LJP) by a margin of 13,817 votes
Read Also: Arrah Assembly constituency
Atri Assembly constituency Election 2010 Results
S.No. | Candidate | Party | Votes | % Votes |
1 | Krishna Nandan Yadav | JD(U) | 55,633 | 47.55 |
2 | Kunti Devi | RJD | 35,023 | 29.93 |
3 | Ashwini Kumar | INC | 6,345 | 5.43 |
4 | Shiv Shankar Prasad | BSP | 4,402 | 3.77 |
5 | Moh. Ajhar Husain | NCP | 2,881 | 2.47 |
6 | Brajnandan Prasad | Independent | 2,433 | 2.08 |
7 | Prashuram Rai | CPI(ML)(L) | 1,814 | 1.56 |
8 | Subhash Kumar Sinha | Independent | 1,592 | 1.37 |
9 | Vinay Rajvanshi | Independent | 1,484 | 1.27 |
10 | Sunaina Devi | RWS | 1,368 | 1.17 |
11 | Gita Devi | Independent | 1,222 | 1.05 |
Winner: Krishna Nandan Yadav (JDU) defeated Kunti Devi (RJD) by a margin of 20,610 votes
Read Also: Araria Assembly constituency
Atri Assembly constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths:
- Large Mahadalit voter base (~31.03%) ensures strong electoral influence.
- RJD’s consistent wins (1995–2020) with Yadav family’s political dominance.
- Dasrath Manjhi’s legacy boosts emotional voter connect.
- Engaged rural electorate with stable turnout (~55%).
Weaknesses:
- Chronic underdevelopment (poor healthcare, roads, schools).
- Over-reliance on caste-based politics (Mahadalit, Yadav focus).
- Yadav family dynasty may cause voter fatigue.
- Limited economic resources due to agrarian, poverty-stricken base.
Opportunities:
- Targeted Mahadalit welfare schemes to solidify vote bank.
- Addressing infrastructure and healthcare gaps to gain voter trust.
- Leveraging Manjhi’s legacy for development-focused campaigns.
- Growing electorate (314,696 in 2024) offers new voter outreach.
Threats:
- Strong NDA challenge (JD(U), BJP, LJP) in 2025 elections.
- Voter disillusionment due to unfulfilled development promises.
- Potential vote split among non-Mahadalit communities.
- Limited resources for modern campaign strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Atri?
Ajay Kumar Yadav from JDU is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Atri Assembly constituency?
There are 310,443 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Atri Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Atri Assembly constituency was 171,418.
Which political parties are contesting in Atri in 2020?
Major parties like AIMIM, INC, JD(U), BJP, NCP, LJP, JVKP, PCP, JAPL, JDR, and independents.
What is the political significance of Atri in the Bihar elections?
Atri is important in Bihar elections because its large Mahadalit population (about 31%) and strong RJD support make it a key area for winning votes through caste and development issues.
Resources:
[1.] Atri Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atri_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Atri Assembly constituency Gaya district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Atri
[3.] Atri Assembly constituency Gaya district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/atri-assembly-elections-br-233/