Barhara Assembly Constituency is one of the 243 assembly constituencies in Bihar and is part of the Arrah Lok Sabha constituency in Bhojpur district. The Barhara Assembly constituency includes the Barhara CD Block and several Gram Panchayats: Ijri, Sundarpur Barja, Agarsanda, Baghipakar, Basantpur, Dhamar, and Khajuria from the Arrah CD Block, as well as Khesrahiya, Mathurapur, Rajapur, Daulatpur, Chanda, Gidha, Birampur, and Kayam Nagar from the Koilwar CD Block. According to the 2011 Census, Barhara has a population of 240,636, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males, showing a gender imbalance. The literacy rate is 69.11%, with 80.5% of men and 56.04% of women being literate, indicating a significant gap in female education.
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Constituency Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Barhara Assembly Constituency |
| Nature of Seat | General (Unreserved) |
| District | Bhojpur |
| Total Voters | 313,857 (2020 Assembly Election) |
| Number of Booths | 346 (2020 Assembly Election) |
| Dominant Community | Upper Castes (Rajputs, Bhumihars), followed by Scheduled Castes (14.52%) |
Read Also: Barh Assembly Constituency: Profile, Results, winners, Margin and Party-wise candidates
Barhara Assembly Constituency Election 2020 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | BJP | Raghwendra Pratap Singh | 76,182 | 46.15% |
| 2 | RJD | Saroj Yadav | 71,209 | 43.13% |
| 3 | Independent | Asha Devi | 7,203 | 4.36% |
| 4 | Independent | Manjee Kumar Shah | 2,635 | 1.60% |
| 5 | NOTA | None of the above | 2,784 | 1.69% |
Winner: Raghwendra Pratap Singh (BJP) defeated Saroj Yadav (RJD) by a margin of 4,973 votes
Read Also: Barauli Assembly Constituency: Profile, Results, winners, Margin and Party-wise candidates
Barhara Assembly Constituency Election 2015 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | RJD | Saroj Yadav | 65,001 | 44.34% |
| 2 | BJP | Asha Devi | 51,693 | 35.26% |
| 3 | SP | Raghwendra Pratap Singh | 13,638 | 9.30% |
| 4 | CPI(ML)L | Lalan Yadav | 3,442 | 2.35% |
| 5 | Independent | Sanjay Kumar Singh | 1,820 | 1.24% |
| 6 | BSP | Ajay Ray | 1,582 | 1.08% |
| 7 | HVD | Dr. Anil Kumar Singh | 1,507 | 1.03% |
| 8 | Independent | Siyamati Rai | 1,350 | 0.92% |
| 9 | NOTA | None of the above | 2,916 | 1.99% |
Winner: Saroj Yadav (RJD) defeated Asha Devi (BJP) by a margin of 13,308 votes
Read Also: Barbigha Assembly Constituency: Profile, Results, winners, Margin and Party-wise candidates
Barhara Assembly Constituency Election 2010 Results
| S.No. | Party | Candidate | Votes | % Votes |
| 1 | RJD | Raghwendra Pratap Singh | 46,102 | 41.52% |
| 2 | JD(U) | Asha Devi | 45,019 | 40.54% |
| 3 | INC | Bhai Brahmeshwer | 6,084 | 5.48% |
| 4 | CPI(ML)L | Rajiv Ranjan | 3,672 | 3.31% |
Winner: Raghwendra Pratap Singh (RJD) defeated Asha Devi (JDU) by a margin of 1,083 votes
Read Also: Barachatti Assembly Constituency: Profile, Results, winners, Margin and Party-wise candidates
Barhara Assembly Constituency SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Rich history and strong community ties in Bhojpur district.
- Active voters with 313,857 electors (2020), open to different parties.
- Diverse groups: upper castes (Rajputs, Bhumihars), 14.52% Scheduled Castes, 3.8% Muslims.
- Strong agricultural base due to fertile land near the Ganga River.
Weaknesses:
- Migration of 3,349 voters (2020-2024) due to lack of jobs.
- Low female ratio (878 per 1,000 males) and literacy gap (80.5% men vs. 56.04% women).
- Poor infrastructure like roads, healthcare, and irrigation.
- Voters often change MLAs, showing dissatisfaction.
Opportunities:
- Improve roads, healthcare, and irrigation to win voter support.
- Focus on women’s education and empowerment to gain female votes.
- Promote modern farming to boost economy and reduce migration.
- Build alliances with SC and Muslim communities for broader support.
Threats:
- Strong competition from RJD and other parties, no single party dominates.
- Ongoing voter dissatisfaction due to slow development.
- Flood risks from Ganga River harm farming and livelihoods.
- Caste or communal divisions could split voters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the current MLA of Barhara?
Raghwendra Pratap Singh (BJP) is the incumbent MLA, elected in 2020 elections.
How many voters are there in the Barhara Assembly constituency?
There are 313,857 registered voters for the 2020 elections.
What was the voter turnout in the Barhara Assembly constituency?
The voter turnout in the Barhara Assembly constituency was 165,087.
Which political parties are contesting in Barhara in 2020?
Major parties like BJP, RJD, BSP and independents.
What is the political significance of Barhara in the Bihar elections?
Barhara is politically significant in Bihar elections due to its competitive, diverse electorate and influence within the Arrah Lok Sabha constituency.
Resources:
[1.] Barhara Assembly constituency – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barhara_Assembly_constituency
[2.] Barhara Assembly constituency Bhojpur district, Bihar https://chanakyya.com/Assembly-Details/Bihar/Barhara
[3.] Barhara Assembly constituency Bhojpur district, Bihar https://www.oneindia.com/barhara-assembly-elections-br-193/
