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Purnia district, Administrative district in Bihar, India

The Purnia district extends over 3,229 square kilometers in eastern Bihar, bordered by the Ganges River and containing 1,450 villages across fourteen blocks.

The district emerged as an official administrative region in 1770 under British rule, following its prior status as a Mughal military province.

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

The district maintains connectivity through an established network of railways and roadways, linking the region to major urban centers in Bihar.

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: May 26, 2025 21:32

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