Place:Bhagalpur, Bihar, India

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NameBhagalpur
Alt namesBhagalpur Division
TypeUnknown
Located inBihar, India
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Bhagalpur


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Bhagalpur division is an administrative geographical unit of Bihar state of India, with Bhagalpur as the administrative headquarters of the division. , the division consists of Bhagalpur district, Banka district and is located on the bank of Ganga River. The famous University called as Vikramshila University is also located here .

Bhagalpur is known for its rich cultural heritage. Today, Bhagalpur is most known for its silk, apart from its tombs and shrines that can be visited. Located on the bank of the River Ganga, Kuppa Ghat is most famous for the ashram of Maharshi Mehi Paramhans, one of the leading exponents of sant mat, a spiritual movement that has its origins in the 13th century.

Banka is known for Mandar Hills. Banka is known for its rich tribal culture and its handicrafts and handlooms. The homemade Khadi and silk of the area are popular.

Educational Centers

T.N.B College

Marwari College

B.N College

Bhagalpur College of Engineering (BCE), Sabour, Bhagalpur

Bihar Agriculture University (BAU), Sabour, Bhagalpur

Banka Government Engineering College, Banka

Indian Institute of Information Technology Bhagalpur (IIIT BHAGALPUR)

P. B. S. College, Banka

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