1. Location & Overview:
Purnia (also spelled Purnea) is a key Lok Sabha constituency in northeastern Bihar. It is an important agricultural and trade hub, known for its jute and maize production. The region has a diverse population, with Muslims, Yadavs, EBCs, and Rajputs playing a crucial role in elections. Purnia is also a key economic and educational center in Bihar.
2. Constituency Details:
- State: Bihar
- District: Purnia
- Lok Sabha Constituency Number: 12
- Reservation Status: General (No Reservation)
3. Assembly Segments (Vidhan Sabha Seats):
Purnia Lok Sabha constituency consists of six assembly constituencies:
- Rupauli
- Dhamdaha
- Purnia
- Kasba
- Banmankhi (SC)
- Katihar
4. Political Significance:
- Caste and religious dynamics play a major role, with Muslims, Yadavs, and upper castes forming strong vote banks.
- Flood control, employment, jute industry, and education are major election issues.
- RJD, JD(U), BJP, and Congress have all had a strong presence in past elections.
5. Current MP (2024 Elections):
- MP: Santosh Kumar Kushwaha
- Party: Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)]
- Election Year: 2024
6. Previous Election Results:
- 2019: Santosh Kumar Kushwaha (JD(U)) won, defeating Uday Singh (Congress).
- 2014: Santosh Kumar Kushwaha (JD(U)) won.
- 2009: Uday Singh (BJP) won.
