Lakhisarai District
| Total Population : 802,225 |
| Total literate : 303,536 |
| Rural : 684,485 |
Urban : 117,740 |
| Male : 417,672 |
Female : 384,553 |
| Area :
129,397 Hec. |
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Brief
about District
Lakhisarai
is a beautiful and important place in the state of
Bihar. This district was established on the 3rd
of July 1994. Before coming into existence
as a new district, Lakhisarai was a sub-division within
Munger District. Historians established on the basis
of analysis of evidences, that this place was a reputed
religious center for the Hindus in the period of Pal.
The ruler of that time was fond of making Temples
and other religious spots. It is one of the reasons
that there are so many temples and other religious
places within this region. Some significant temples
and religious spots within the district are Ashokdham,
Bhagwati Mandir of Barahiya, Sringi Rishi, Jalappa
Asthan, Abhainath Asthan on Abhaipur Mountains, Maharani
Asthan of Abhaipur, Govindbaba Asthan (Mandap) Rampur
and Durga Asthan Lakhisarai etc.
The
district covers an area of about 129397 Hectares,
Geographically, lies between 25o
to 25o 20’ north Latitude and 85o 55’ to 86o 25’ east longitude
. The district can be divided
into three parts viz. (i) Hilly area (ii) Flood hit
area and (ii) Plain area. The hilly area comprises
of hill series and rocks like
Kachhua hills, Kajra mountains up to Abhaipur and
Jaynagar Mountains including forest area.
Almost whole of Pipariya block
and some part of Barahiya is considered as flood hit
area. This area remains almost drowned in rainy season.
But so far as cultivation and agriculture is concerned
this area is called the stock of food Grains. Rest
of the part except Hilly and flood hit area is plain
area with full greenery and cultivable land.
Lakhisarai is bounded by Munger,
Sheikhpura, Begusarai and Patna in the East, South,
West and North respectively.
People of Lakhisarai were
always in the limelight, either it be the struggle
for freedom or movement for womens’ freedom including
J.P. Movement or movement for womens’ education or
fight against illiteracy. People of Lakhisarai always
followed Gandhi Jee, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Dr. Ram
Manohar Lohiya, Pandit Nehru, Jayprakash Narayana,
Indira Gandhi and such other leaders.
People like Pandit Karyanand
Sharma, Rajeshwar Singh, Srikrishna Singh, Yadubansa
Singh, Smt. Udya Devi, Dr. Kumar Vimal and many more
have helped Lakhisarai carve out a niche in history
in all walks of life.
People of Lakhisarai are indebted
to the freedom fighters who martyred their lives for
Motherland.
Railway main and loop line
and NH 80 pass through the district headquarter, paving
the way for its development. Railway main line and
loop line cross each other at Kiul Junction.
History
:
Lakhisarai was an established
administrative and religious centre during the golden
period of Pal bansh. This region of Lakhisarai was
identified in old times as a place of rocks, mountains
and statues of different Hindu and Bhuddhist gods
and goddesses. Even
in Buddha literature this place had been mentioned
as "Anguttri" meaning thereby a district status. This
beautiful place, naming Lakhisarai came into existence,
as a new district from Munger . Hence this place in
the ancient period also can be identified with the
name of Munger or Ang Pradesh. Lakhisarai region during Pal administration
was the capital of Pals for some period. Other evidences
found in the district under the Pal Dharampal.
Noted
Historian Dr. D.C. Sarkar during his visit, found
some more evidences on the basis of which, he also
confirmed that this place was very important "Krimila"
Subject during Pal administration. Monument of Madan
Pal of period 1161-1162 was found in Balgudar consist
Narayana statue as Krimila Subject. Chinese traveler
Huen Tsang described this place having 10 Buddha mathas
and more than four hundred Buddhists resided here.
Most of the Buddhists living here were Heenyanis.
There were 10 temples also of Hindus and people lived
here with peace and harmony. People of that time used
to live in a very planned manner. Also, according
to historian Sri Radha Krishna Chaudhary all the Buddha
mathas were situated in southern side of Ganga and
the king of Pal Bans was also a Buddhist. This region
of Lakhisarai was ruled over in seventh century to
eleventh century by the administrator of Pal Bans.
Sen family also ruled this region for some period
in 11th century. Acharya Hawaldar Triapthi
mentioned this
region of Lakhisarai on the basis of "Mritika Mudra"
kept in Nalanda. It means that Krimila was very important
and Caval Gram was very important. The people believe
that Krimila of that period is now Kiul Basti, which
is situated in Southern side of Lakhisarai Railways
station. Krimila was a center of Buddhist religion.
Lord Buddha also stayed here for three years on Chaliya
Mountain and Jantugram was nearby Chliya mountain
and was situated on bank of river Krimikala, where
Lord Buddha with his followers used to visit and deliver
speech. It is convincing that Krimikala is now in
Kiul river and Chaliya mountain is nothing but Jainagar
mountain.
History indicates also that
Md. Bin Bakhtiyar attacked this region in 11th
century. Shershah also ruled this region in the 15th
century. Surrajgarha witnessed great war of Shershah
and Mugal emperor Humayu in 1534. Also in 1953 a fight
occurred in Fatehpurnear Surajgarha between Miya Suleman
and Adlshah in which Adilshah was killed.
In religious context, Surajgarha
was also an important place for Shaiva sect. One beautiful Shiv Mandir was there
and large number of people gathered there for worship
of Lord Shiva with religious devotion.
There are some other places
in this district, which are significant or were known
for its significance in ancient period, either in
Historical, archaeological or in religious context.
Climate
:
The
climate of the district is somewhat extreme in nature,
i.e., quite hot during the summer and fairly cold
during the winter. January is the coldest month when
the mean minimum temperature comes down to approximately
4oC. The
temperature starts rising from March and reaches its
peak in May when the mercury touches about 45oC. Rain
starts sometime in mid June and lasts till mid September.
The district gets easterly winds from June to September,
and from October to May wind direction reverses. Maximum
rains occur during the months of July and August (289
mm). Sometimes winter rains occur in Jan-February.
River
and Ponds :
The
Ganges, Kiul and Harohar are the main three rivers
flowing through the district. The Ganges fixes the
north east border, while Harohar separates Diyara
reigon from the other parts of the district and Kiul
river almost bisects the whole district. Due to these
rivers Lakhisarai district is good in cultivation
and forest. These rivers impart prosperity to the
people and play an important role in making this district
significant and unique. River Kiul also, by depositing
top quality of sand, plays an important role in the
economy of the district and creates an opportunity
of employment too.
Old Lakhisarai was also known
for its fifty two ponds, few of them are still in
frequent use. Some of them are Ashtaghatti, Sansar
Pokher, Ojhba Pokher, Sonia Pokher etc. These ponds
were used as a water container for the purpose of
agriculture as well as for bathing. Other important
historical and religious places are Surajgarha, Khetriyakund,
Rajauna Balgudar, Nauma Barahiya etc.
Forest
:
The
alluvial plain extending up to the foothills of Lakhisarai
ranges is extensively cultivated. Rice, wheat, pulses
are the chief crops and the area is dotted with bamboo
clumps and mango orchards. The Forests found in the
Lakhisarai hills have suffered indiscriminate felling
of trees in the recent past. The plateau is generally
covered with long grasses, viz. Kush and khas. Sal
trees of poor quality and vast stretches of bamboo
are also found. Firewood, Tendu leaf and Chiraunji
are the important forest products.
The
number of fauna and game birds has gone down considerably
with the increase in the area of cultivation due to
increase in irrigation facilities.
Irrigation
:
The
main natural water resources are rivers, fountains,
Canals and rain fall. Planned irrigational. facilities
within the district are not sufficient. There are
only two irrigation systems, Kiul minor irrigation
and Shringi Rishi Dam which irrigate
less than 10 percent of the total cultivable
land area of district. Farmers depend either upon
nature or
private irrigational systems i.e Hand Pump, Boring,
Local water storage or on Ponds for irrigation of
their fields.
Crops :
The
agroclimatic condition of the district favours the
plantation of various crops. Paddy, Wheat, Maize are
the main cereal crops of the district. Different cropping
patterns are adopted by the cultivators in different
areas. In Taal area pulses like Gram and Masoor occupy
maximum area, while in Ganga region Wheat, Maize,
Mustard, Pea, Green Vegetables are the main
crops. In Hilly area and other parts of the district
Paddy is the main crop. In few areas Potato and Onion
are also cultivated. The yeild rate (Quintal/hect.)
of different crops are as follows:- Wheat,(In irrigated
area 30-35, in Non irrigated area 15-20) Paddy(35-40) Gram(20-22), Maize(Rabi
60-62, Khariff 40-45), Pea(15-20) Masoor (18-20) Arhar
(20-25) Mustard(10-12) Flood affected
Tall and Ganga regions mostly in rainy season
and in this region Rabi is the main crop . The cropping
pattern in the district is (a) Paddy- Wheat (b) Paddy-
Potato-Onion (c) Maize-Wheat-Green vegetable (d) Gram-
Sarso.There is a good scope for scientific and rotation
of crops for higher yeild.
Mines
and Minerals
Top
quality of sands and stones are found in this district.
Kiul River is a perennial source of sand. Hundreds
of trucks carry sand daily. Sand carting labours and
vehicles depend
upon it for their livelihood. Stones are found mostly
in Jungles of Abhaipur and Kajra. Stone crusher labours,
small chips makers depend upon them . . There is a
need of Dairy plants for better production of milk.
Industrialisation
The
district is scantily industrialised. In Lakhisarai District town
iron rod industry, private rice mills, Sindur factories, insecticide
manfacture industry are developed on small scale.
Near N.H. 80 and Ganga region, milk producing villages
are found .
Transport
Facilities
Basically
the people of Lakhisarai district depend on Railway
and Roadways for transportation and communication.
N.H. 80 traverses about 75 km. in northern part of
the district through Barahiya, Lakhisarai and Surajgarha. 60% villages have been linked with
metallic Road. Railway
main and loop line pass through the district headquarter.
Railway main line and loop line cross each other at
Kiul Junction
Commerce
Lakhisarai
is one of the best trading center in Bihar. Lots of
items being traded here. Banarasi Sari, Silk, Kaleen,
Dari and Agricultural produces are the main articles,
which are traded in and out of the district.
Electricity
and Energy
No
power plant is there in Lakhisarai. NTPC power
station is being constructed at Barh which is at
a distance of 50-60 Kms form Lakhisarai district.
The possibility of tapping solar energy is also great
in the district.
| Sub
Divisions |
Lakhisarai. |
| Blocks |
Halsi,
Lakhisarai, Barahia, Suryagarha, Piparia, Raigarh
Chowk. |
| Agriculture |
Paddy,
Wheat, Lentils. |
| Industry |
.. |
| Rivers |
Ganga,
Mohane, Harohar, Kiul. |
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Tourist
places
RAJAUNA
Rajauna
is a village within the municipal area of Lakhisarai
and is about 4kms from Lakhisarai Headquarter. Huen
Tsang described this place Rajauna as an important
place for Buddhists and there were some Buddha Maths.
This place was the capital of Indradaman, who was
the last emperor of Pals . Rajauna had a glorious
past, according to the ruins and evidences found there.
Ashok dham is also situated nereby Rajauna village.
Ashok Dham is known for unique Shivling made of black
stone, which is huge in size.
KABAIYA
Kabaiya
is a ward within Lakhisaai Municipality near Janagar
Hills. Under General Kaningham, excavation was carried
out on the site of Kabaiya in which ruins of buildings,
stamps, gold coins etc. were found. Historians on
the basis of materials found in Kabaiya, said that
this place was significant in ancient time in period
between ninth and tenth century.
NONGARH
Nongarh
is about 10kms from Lakhisarai and is situated within
Ramgarh Chowk Block. During excavation of Nongarh
statue of god and goddesses made of sand stone and
some stoops were found which indicate that this place
was also important and a glorious centre of civilization
and culture in ancient times.
BARAHIYA
Barahiya
is a small town situated on the bank of the Uttar
Vahini Ganga and is 15kms north to Lakhisarai . Important
places like the Temple of Tripur Sundari Man Bagwati
popularly known as Maharani Asthan, which is the highest
temple of Bihar. Maharani Asthan of Barahiya is a
very important temple of Hindu's. Hindus of the region
believe Maharani to be the most powerful goddess and
have great faith . Barahiya is also considered important
for having north flowing Ganga and people take holy
dip in it. According to Belief cremation on the bank
of north flowing Gange brings Moksha to the people.
SHRINGIRISHI
Shringirishi
is a beautiful natural place, having a beautiful temple
of Lord Shiva on mountain near Jalappa Asthan. It
is an important place for the Hindus as well as a
place of natural interest. Sringi Rishi is a beautiful
place with a soft water spring and full of greenery
and rocks, making this place memorable. On Shivratri
and Makar Sankranti large gathering is seen here.
Shringi Rishi dam is near- by the temple with full
of blue water. Boating in the dam is a good experience
and makes visit to this place, memorable
ABHINATH
ASTHAN
Abhainath
Asthan is a beautiful place on the top of the mountain
of Abhaipur. There is a temple of a Saint namely Abhainath
Baba. Name of the Abhaipur village as well as
Abhaipur Railway station is named after the name of
Abhainath Baba. Abainath Baba was a cosmic saint and
always protected the people of this region from all
the dangers and diseases. People have great faith
in Baba. Amrasani is a beautiful picnic spot, near
this Abainath Asthan. At Amrasani there is a beautiful
soft water spring, mountains and rocks and forest
with full greenery. On Ist of January and 14th
Junuary large no. of people come and enjoy this place
and take bath in spring . Famous slate rocks are found
here, for making slates for children and plate for
house construction. People can see the stream of water
spring flowing for very short distance then it disappears
magically.
BHAGWATI
ASTHAN
Bhagwati
Asthan of Abhaipur is an important temple of Maa Bhagwati
situated at the foothill of Abhaipurvillage mountain.
This goddess is also known as Bisharidevi i.e. goddess
of snakes. Local people claim that no people having
snakebite returns empty from the darbar of Mahari
or Bhagwati. On the eve of Nag Panchami a large no
of people come here to worship the goddess and have
a look of Nagdevta and offer "doodh lava" to Nagdevta.
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