Bajpatti Assembly Constituency

Bajpatti Assembly Constituency, in Sitamarhi district, Bihar, is one of the 243 constituencies in the Bihar Legislative Assembly. Formed in 2008 after constituency delimitation, it plays a key role in Bihar’s democracy. It includes Bajpatti and Bokhara community development blocks, along with several gram panchayats of Nanpur CD Block. It falls under the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha constituency. As of the 2011 Census, it had about 28,966 SC voters (9.1% of the electorate) and 64 ST voters. In 2015, the constituency had 284,002 eligible voters, likely increasing since due to population growth and voter registration efforts.

Constituency Overview

FieldDetails
ConstituencyBajpatti Assembly Constituency (No. 27)
Nature of SeatGeneral (Not reserved for SC/ST)
DistrictSitamarhi, Bihar
Total Voters318,309 (as of 2020 Election)
Number of BoothsNot available
Dominant CommunityYadavs other communities include Brahmins, Rajputs, and OBCs. SC voters constitute ~9.1% (28,966 voters as per 2011 Census).

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Bajpatti Assembly constituency Election 2020 Results

S.No.PartyCandidateVotes% Votes
1RJDMukesh Kumar Yadav71,48340.21
2JD(U)Ranju Geeta68,77938.69
3RLSPRekha Kumari11,2676.34
4LJPIntekhab Alam6,1833.48
5RUCSaiyad Neyaz Ahamad3,1911.79
6IndependentMd. Iftekhar2,0771.17
7IndependentDevendra Jha1,9081.07
8IndependentRamnihora Sah1,6290.92
9NOTANone of the above1,4410.81

Winner: Mukesh Kumar Yadav (RJD) defeated Ranju Geeta (JDU) by a margin of 2,704 votes

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Bajpatti Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results

S.No.PartyCandidateVotes% Votes
1JD(U)Ranju Geeta67,19443.30
2RLSPRekha Kumari50,24832.38
3IndependentRabindra Kumar Shahi8,0335.18
4IndependentVijay Kumar Jha4,1902.70
5IndependentShyam Babu Chaudhary3,3722.17
6IndependentDevendra Jha3,3392.15
7IndependentFudan Kumar Jha1,8521.19
8BSPAkhileshwar Kumar1,6241.05
9IndependentAsh Narayan Jha1,5881.02
10NCPAnsar Ahmad1,5120.97
11NOTANone of the above4,1382.67

Winner: Ranju Geeta (JDU) defeated Rekha Kumari (RLSP) by a margin of 16,946 votes

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Bajpatti Assembly constituency Election 2015 Results

S.No.PartyCandidateVotes%Votes
1JD(U)Ranju Geeta44,72638.52
2RJDMd. Anwarul Haque41,30635.58
3IndependentRavindra Kumar Shahi10,4288.99
4INCGajadhar Thakur5,5744.81
5IndependentSumitra Devi2,5012.16
6BSPAnwar Ali2,4722.13
7IndependentIshtiaque1,9821.71
8IndependentVijay Kumar Jha1,9171.66
9IndependentAhiraj Shailendra Bhushan1,3971.21
10CPI(ML)(L)Neyaz Ahmad Siddiqee1,3891.20

Winner: Ranju Geeta (JDU) defeated Md. Anwarul Haque (RJD) by a margin of 3,420 votes

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Bajpatti Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Large voter base: 318,309 voters in 2020.
  • Diverse communities: Yadavs, Brahmins, Rajputs, OBCs, and 9.1% SC voters.
  • Strong cultural identity: Mithila region with Maithili language and festivals.
  • Competitive politics: Close elections keep voters engaged.
  • Agricultural economy: Farming supports most people.

Weaknesses

  • Poor infrastructure: Bad roads, limited electricity, and irrigation issues.
  • Flood problems: Regular flooding affects livelihoods.
  • Few jobs: No industries, so youth leave for work.
  • Caste divisions: Voting often splits along caste lines.
  • Low voter turnout: Around 55-56% in past elections.

Opportunities

  • Improve infrastructure: Better roads, power, and irrigation can win votes.
  • Support farmers: New farming schemes can boost economy.
  • Engage youth: Education and job programs can attract young voters.
  • Build alliances: Parties can unite different caste groups.
  • Use culture: Highlighting Mithila heritage can connect with voters.

Threats

  • Caste-based vote splits: Smaller parties can divide votes.
  • Economic issues: Joblessness and migration may upset voters.
  • Flood risks: Unresolved flooding can hurt ruling party.
  • Close elections: Small voter shifts can change results.
  • Third parties: Parties like LJP may take votes from main contenders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who is the current MLA of Bajpatti?

Mukesh Kumar Yadav from RJD is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.

How many voters are there in the Bajpatti Assembly constituency?

There are 318,309 registered voters for the 2020 elections.

What was the voter turnout in the Bajpatti Assembly constituency?

The voter turnout in the Bajpatti Assembly constituency was 177,777.

Which political parties are contesting in Bajpatti in 2020?

Major parties like RJD, JD(U), LJP, RLSP, NCP, and independents.

What is the political significance of Bajpatti in the Bihar elections?

Bajpatti is politically important in Bihar elections due to its competitive races and diverse caste groups influencing state politics.

Resources:

[1.] Bajpatti Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bajpatti_Assembly_constituency

[2.] Bajpatti Assembly constituency Sitamarhi district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Bajpatti

[3.] Bajpatti Assembly constituency Sitamarhi district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/bajpatti-assembly-elections-br-27/

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