Districts & Divisions — Set 2
Bihar GK · जिले और प्रमंडल · Questions 11–20 of 40
Where is the headquarters of the Magadh Division located?
Correct Answer: C. Gaya
The headquarters of the Magadh division is located in Gaya. This division covers five districts including Gaya and Nawada. Gaya is a historically significant city in the region.
Which district had the lowest literacy rate according to Census 2011?
Correct Answer: D. Purnia
According to the 2011 Census, Purnia has the lowest literacy rate in Bihar. The rate was recorded at approximately 51.08 percent. Other districts have marginally higher literacy rates.
Which is the largest district of Bihar by area?
Correct Answer: A. West Champaran
West Champaran is the largest district in Bihar by area. It covers the northwestern part of the state bordering Nepal. It is home to the Valmiki National Park.
The district of Nalanda belongs to which division?
Correct Answer: B. Patna
Nalanda district falls under the jurisdiction of the Patna division. Its district headquarters is Bihar Sharif. It is famous for the ancient Nalanda University.
Which district shares a border with Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: C. Nawada
Nawada district shares its southern border with the state of Jharkhand. Nalanda, Sheikhpura, and Munger do not touch the Jharkhand border. The district has a hilly terrain in the south.
How many districts are there in Bihar in total?
Correct Answer: D. 38
There are a total of 38 districts in the state of Bihar. The last district to be formed was Arwal. These districts are grouped into 9 administrative divisions.
Which district has the highest sex ratio in Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Gopalganj
Gopalganj recorded the highest sex ratio in Bihar as per the 2011 Census. It had more than 1000 females per 1000 males. This is a unique demographic feature in the state.
The district of Arwal was carved out of which district?
Correct Answer: B. Jehanabad
The district of Arwal was carved out of Jehanabad district. It became a separate district in the year 2001. It is part of the Magadh division.
Which division includes the districts of Darbhanga, Madhubani, and Samastipur?
Correct Answer: C. Darbhanga
The Darbhanga division is named after its headquarters, Darbhanga. It comprises three districts: Darbhanga, Madhubani, and Samastipur. It is located in the Mithila region.
The city of Ara is the headquarters of which district?
Correct Answer: D. Bhojpur
The city of Ara is the administrative headquarters of the Bhojpur district. Bhojpur is part of the Patna division. It played a significant role in the 1857 revolt under Kunwar Singh.