Bahadurganj Assembly Constituency is one of the 243 assembly constituencies in Bihar, located in Kishanganj district (constituency number 52). It’s part of the Kishanganj Lok Sabha seat and was formed in 1951. The area includes Bahadurganj, Terhagachh, and parts of Dighalbank CD blocks. According to 2011 Census, It has about 431,787 people, with 91% living in rural areas, 8.6% in towns, 7.5% Scheduled Castes, and 2.5% Scheduled Tribes. In the 2020 election, it had 292,544 voters and 435 polling booths, with 59.4% voter turnout (64.8% in 2019 Lok Sabha). The large Muslim population influences politics, favoring parties like Congress and AIMIM.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Bahadurganj |
| Nature of Seat | General |
| District | Kishanganj |
| Total Voters | 292,544 (as of 2020 Assembly Election) |
| Number of Booths | 435 (as of 2020 Assembly Election) |
| Dominant Community | Muslim |
Read Also: Bagaha Assembly Constituency
Bahadurganj Assembly constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | AIMIM | Mohammad Anzar Nayeemi | 85,855 | 49.77 |
| 2 | VIP | Lakhan Lal Pandit | 40,640 | 23.56 |
| 3 | INC | Md. Tauseef Alam | 30,204 | 17.51 |
| 4 | SS | Chandan Kumar Yadav | 2,647 | 1.53 |
| 5 | JAP(L) | Mohammad Mansoor Alam | 2,194 | 1.27 |
| 6 | Bahujan Maha Party | Mohammad Musfik Ala | 1,825 | 1.06 |
| 7 | Independent | Hari Mohan Singh | 1,691 | 0.98 |
| 8 | NOTA | None of the above | 4,729 | 2.74 |
Winner: Mohammad Anzar Nayeemi (AIMIM) defeated Lakhan Lal Pandit (VIP) by a margin of 45,215 votes
Read Also: Bachhwara Assembly Constituency
Bahadurganj Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | INC | M.D. Tauseef Alam | 53,533 | 33.56 |
| 2 | BJP | Awadh Bihari Singh | 39,591 | 24.82 |
| 3 | JAP(L) | Md. Maswar Alam | 33,638 | 21.09 |
| 4 | SP | Hasnain Mirza | 8,230 | 5.16 |
| 5 | Independent | Barun Kumar Singh | 4,901 | 3.07 |
| 6 | JMM | Hasan Javed | 2,435 | 1.53 |
| 7 | BSP | Parmeshwar P. Sinha | 2,428 | 1.52 |
| 8 | NCP | Md. Mansoor Alam | 2,422 | 1.52 |
| 9 | Independent | Hari Mohan Singh | 1,816 | 1.14 |
| 10 | Independent | Suresh P. Mandal | 1,684 | 1.06 |
| 11 | Independent | Raj Kumar Sah | 1,674 | 1.05 |
| 12 | NOTA | None of the above | 1,033 | 0.65 |
| Majority | 13,942 | 8.74 |
Winner: M.D. Tauseef Alam (INC) defeated Awadh Bihari Singh (BJP) by a margin of 13,942 votes
Read Also: Babubarhi Assembly Constituency
Bahadurganj Assembly constituency Election 2010 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | INC | Mohammad Tousif Alam | 30,551 | 27.17 |
| 2 | JD(U) | Mohammad Maswar Alam | 26,752 | 23.80 |
| 3 | Independent | Lakhan Lal Pandit | 9,062 | 8.06 |
| 4 | Independent | Asif Rahman | 6,878 | 6.12 |
| 5 | Independent | Noor Azam | 5,862 | 5.22 |
| 6 | RJD | Mohammad Anzar Naimi | 5,146 | 4.58 |
| 7 | JMM | Shukal Murmu | 4,717 | 4.20 |
| 8 | Independent | Shamim Alam | 4,437 | 3.95 |
| 9 | NCP | Md. Akhter Nami | 3,406 | 3.03 |
| 10 | Independent | Sakil Akhtar | 3,244 | 2.89 |
| 11 | Independent | Hari Mohan Singh | 3,036 | 2.70 |
| 12 | Independent | Rakesh Kumar Das | 2,963 | 2.64 |
| 13 | Independent | Md. Yahya | 2,487 | 2.22 |
| 14 | Independent | Khoshi Devi | 1,417 | 1.27 |
| 15 | Independent | Jamiru Din | 1,362 | 1.22 |
| 16 | Independent | Azim Uddin | 1,126 | 1.01 |
Winner: Mohammad Tousif Alam (INC) defeated Mohammad Maswar Alam (JDU) by a margin of 3,799 votes
Read Also: Aurangabad Assembly constituency Bihar
Bahadurganj Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Many Muslim voters support parties like INC, AIMIM, and RJD.
- People actively vote (59.4% in 2020, 64.82% in 2019).
- Long history of INC winning, creating voter loyalty.
- Mostly rural (91%) with farmers who vote together.
- Close to Nepal border, making it important for politics.
Weaknesses
- Area is poor with few jobs or good roads.
- Depends too much on farming, which can fail due to weather.
- Very few city areas (8.57%), so less modern growth.
- Schools and hospitals are not enough for people’s needs.
Opportunities
- Build better roads, water systems, and schools for growth.
- AIMIM’s rise can bring new political ideas.
- Focus on youth and Muslim voters with job and education plans.
- Trade with Nepal can improve local business.
Threats
- Religious divisions might split voters.
- Too many parties (INC, AIMIM, RJD, BJP) may confuse voters.
- Young people leaving for jobs reduces local voters.
- Floods or disasters can harm elections and progress.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Bahadurganj?
Mohammad Anzar Nayeemi from AIMIM is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Bahadurganj Assembly constituency?
There are 292,544 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Bahadurganj Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Bahadurganj Assembly constituency was 172,490.
Which political parties are contesting in Bahadurganj in 2020?
Major parties like AIMIM, INC, VIP, SHS, JAPL, BAHUMP, NCP, and independents.
What is the political significance of Bahadurganj in the Bihar elections?
Bahadurganj’s large Muslim voter base and rural demographic make it a key battleground for minority-focused parties like AIMIM, INC, and RJD in Bihar elections.
Resources:
[1.] Bahadurganj Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bahadurganj_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Bahadurganj Assembly constituency Kishanganj district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Bahadurganj
[3.] Bahadurganj Assembly constituency Kishanganj district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/bahadurganj-assembly-elections-br-52/
