Nawada district

Nawada is an administrative district in Bihar with flat plains in the west and hilly terrain in the east. The area is crossed by several rivers and contains different villages and towns.

The area was part of the ancient Magadha and Gupta empires and later developed as a subdivision. It gained its status as an independent district in the 1970s.

The region has been intertwined with the subcontinent's religions for centuries, and its spiritual landscape shapes daily life today. You see temples and holy sites throughout, visited and honored by local communities.

The area is easily reached by a major national road that connects its western parts and larger towns. Visitors should note that transport options in smaller towns may be limited.

A well-known waterfall site in the region is linked to local legends speaking of transformation and sacrifice. These places draw visitors interested in the stories and spiritual value of the land.

Location: Magadh division

Capital city: Nawada

Shares border with: Gaya district

Website: http://nawada.bih.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 24.75000,85.00000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:15