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Purnia district

Administrative territorial entity District of India

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Purnia district, Administrative district in Bihar, India

Purnia district is an administrative region in eastern Bihar that spans across vierzehn blocks with numerous villages distributed throughout its territory. The Ganges River forms a natural boundary, shaping the landscape and geography of the entire area.

The district was formally established as an administrative region in 1770 during British rule, building upon previous structures from the Mughal period. This organizational framework shaped the region's development through subsequent centuries.

The district population includes a mix of Hindu and Muslim communities, represented by temples like Puran Devi Temple and annual Urs Mela celebrations.

The region is well connected through an established network of railway and road links that integrate it with major cities across Bihar. This infrastructure makes it straightforward for visitors to navigate between different areas of the district.

Every Independence Day since 1947, Purnia district holds a special flag hoisting ceremony at precisely 12:07 AM, marking its participation in Indian independence.

Location: Purnia division

Capital city: Purnia

Shares border with: Madhepura district, Katihar district

Website: http://purnia.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 25.78330,87.46670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:26

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