Key Highlights
- Arwal, carved out of Jehanabad in 2001, is Bihar’s newest district.
- The state is divided into nine administrative divisions, each grouping several districts.
- Hindi and Urdu are the official languages, while Maithili, Magahi and Bhojpuri are widely spoken.
- Arwal’s economy is predominantly agrarian, with most residents engaged in farming.
Detailed Insights
Bihar, situated in eastern India, is the country’s second most populous state and is bisected by the Ganges. It shares borders with Uttar Pradesh, Nepal, West Bengal and Jharkhand, the latter having split off in 2000.
Administratively, the state is partitioned into nine divisions, each comprising a handful of neighboring districts to streamline governance. Presently, Bihar contains 38 districts.
Arwal district, located in the southern part of the state, falls under the Magadh division. Its headquarters is the town of Arwal. Established in August 2001, the district was created to bring government services closer to residents of remote areas and to ease administrative burden on Jehanabad.
Historically, the region has witnessed social and caste‑based tensions, but today it remains a vital agrarian hub within the Magadh division.
Key Concepts
- District – A sub‑state administrative unit responsible for local governance and public services.
- Division – A grouping of several districts that facilitates regional administration.
- Administrative Reorganisation – The process of creating new districts or divisions to improve governance.
- Magadh Division – One of Bihar’s nine divisions, encompassing districts such as Arwal, Gaya and Nawada.
- Demographic Profile – Statistical data on population age, language, and occupation within a district.