1. Location & Overview:
Gaya is a historically and religiously significant Lok Sabha constituency in southern Bihar. It is famous for Bodh Gaya, where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment, making it a major Buddhist pilgrimage center. The constituency is reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) and has a mix of agriculture, tourism, and small industries.
2. Constituency Details:
- State: Bihar
- District Covered: Gaya
- Lok Sabha Constituency Number: 38
- Reservation Status: Scheduled Caste (SC) Reserved
3. Assembly Segments (Vidhan Sabha Seats):
Gaya Lok Sabha constituency consists of six assembly constituencies:
- Barachatti (SC)
- Bodh Gaya (SC)
- Gaya Town
- Belaganj
- Atri
- Wazirganj
4. Political Significance:
- Dalits (SC), Bhumihars, Yadavs, Muslims, and Kurmis are key voter groups.
- JD(U), BJP, and RJD have been the dominant parties.
- Major election issues include Buddhist tourism development, education, employment, and better road connectivity.
5. Current MP (2024 Elections):
- MP: Jitan Ram Manjhi
- Party: Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), allied with BJP
- Election Year: 2024
6. Previous Election Results:
- 2019: Vijay Kumar (JD(U)) won, defeating Kumar Sarvajeet (RJD).
- 2014: Hari Manjhi (BJP) won.
- 2009: Ramji Manjhi (JD(U)) won.
