Hajipur Explained
Hajipur |
Settlement Type: | City |
Nickname: | Gateway to North Bihar[1] |
Pushpin Map: | India Bihar#India2 |
Pushpin Label Position: | right |
Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Bihar##Location in India |
Pushpin Mapsize: | 275 |
Coordinates: | 25.6925°N 85.2084°W |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | India |
Subdivision Type1: | State |
Subdivision Name1: | Bihar |
Subdivision Type2: | Region |
Subdivision Type3: | Division |
Subdivision Name3: | Tirhut |
Subdivision Type4: | District |
Subdivision Name4: | Vaishali |
Established Title: | First settled |
Established Date: | 1350 AD |
Named For: | Haji Ilyas Shah |
Government Type: | Mayor—Council |
Governing Body: | Hajipur Municipal Council[2] |
Leader Title: | Mayor |
Leader Name: | Sangeeta Kumari [3] |
Leader Title1: | MLA |
Leader Name1: | Awadhesh Singh |
Leader Title2: | MP |
Leader Name2: | Chirag Paswan |
Unit Pref: | Metric |
Area Footnotes: | [4] [5] |
Area Total Km2: | 19.64 |
Area Rural Km2: | 137.27 |
Elevation M: | 46 |
Population Total: | 147,688 |
Population Rural: | 296,288 |
Population As Of: | 2011 |
Population Rank: | BR: 16th |
Population Density Km2: | auto |
Population Demonym: | Hajipurian |
Demographics Type1: | Language(s) |
Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
Demographics1 Info1: | Hindi |
Demographics1 Title2: | Additional official |
Demographics1 Info2: | Urdu[6] |
Demographics1 Title3: | Regional |
Demographics1 Info3: | Bajjika[7] |
Timezone1: | IST |
Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
Postal Code Type: | Pincode(s) |
Postal Code: | 844101–3 |
Area Code: | +91—(0)6224 |
Iso Code: | IN-BR |
Registration Plate: | BR-31 |
Blank Info Sec1: | 76.80% |
Blank1 Info Sec1: | 892 ♀ / 1000 ♂ |
Blank2 Name Sec1: | Lok Sabha constituency |
Blank2 Info Sec1: | 21. Hajipur (SC) |
Blank3 Name Sec1: | Vidhan Sabha constituency |
Blank3 Info Sec1: | Hajipur (123) |
Blank4 Name Sec1: | Climate |
Blank4 Info Sec1: | Csa (Köppen) |
Blank5 Name Sec1: | Precipitation |
Blank5 Info Sec1: | 993mm |
Blank6 Name Sec1: | Avg. annual temperature |
Blank6 Info Sec1: | 25.8°C |
Hajipur ([8] pronounced as /hi/) is the headquarters and largest city of Vaishali district of the state of Bihar in India. Hajipur is the 16th most populous city of Bihar, besides being the second-fastest developing city, next to Patna. It had a total population of 1.47 lakh as per census 2011.[9] Vaishali district is ranked 8th among 38 districts in Bihar in terms of growth.[10] [11]
The city is known for cultivating Bananas.[12] Patna, is only from Hajipur, with the cities separated by the Ganges river. The metropolitan region of Patna comprises the Patna Regional Development Authority (PRDA) area includes Hajipur under Bihar Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation.[13] [14] [15] Mahatma Gandhi Setu, one of the longest bridges in the world at 5.75km (03.57miles) links Hajipur to Patna.[16] [17] After Patna, it is the fastest-developing city in Bihar, primarily because of its proximity to Patna. Hajipur lies on the north bank of the Ganga while Patna lies on the south, the Gandhi Setu bridge connects both cities. Another bridge, the Digha–Sonpur Bridge,[18] [19] which crosses the Ganga north-west of Patna, narrows the distance between Hajipur and Patna. There have been plans to expand Patna to Greater Patna, which would entail absorbing Hajipur, Bidupur and other surrounding towns.[20]
The area of Hajipur city is spread across . The city is divided into 39 Wards. Hajipur is the only twin city of Patna and lies nearest to the capital and shares most of its government works, headquarters, educational institutions. Being another district headquarters, it is equal to the capital in terms of powers.[21] [22]
Etymology
The founder of Hajipur, Haji Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah's tomb is now called as Haji-Pir and the name of the headquarters of Vaishali district, "Hajipur" emerged from the same word.[23] [4] [24]
History
In ancient times, Hajipur was known as Ukkacala[25] and was the first village after crossing the Ganga at Patna. The village of Hajipur gained significance, as it was the venue of one of the discourses given by Buddha. Buddha preached the Cula Gopalaka Sutta, a Middle Length Discourse, here. Along with that, it is also of interest because a portion of Ananda's ashes were enshrined in the town. Ananda, the closest disciple of Buddha, acted as the Buddha's attendant for twenty years and outlived him by several decades.[26] [24] Hajipur is also known for the land of Amrapali.[27]
In British India, Hajipur was a small town in the Muzaffarpur district situated on the confluence of the Ganges and Gandak. Hajipur features conspicuously in the history of struggles between Emperor Akbar and the rebellious Afghan Karrani rulers of Bengal, being twice besieged and captured by the imperial troops, in 1572 and 1574. In 1912 Bihar and Orissa was divided from the Presidency of Bengal. After independence the city of Hajipur came under state of Bihar which was formed on the linguistic basis.[4] [28]
Geography and climate
Hajipur is the headquarters of Vaishali after its separation from Muzaffarpur district on 12 October 1972. It is located at .[29] It has an average elevation of 46 metres (150 ft). Hajipur is located 10 km from Patna, transversely on the sacred river Ganga and is budding as one of the foremost profit-making and manufacturing region of the state.[30] [28]
Hajipur city is bounded by the Gandak river in the west and the holy Ganges in the south. A good network of rail, road, and water transport exists in the city, connecting it with other parts of the district as well as state and country. Mahatma Gandhi Setu (5,575 m long, prestressed box culvert type RCC bridge) over river Ganges connects it with Patna,[31] the state capital, while another rail and road bridge over Gandak connects it with Sonepur.[32]
Hajipur subdivision became home to the Salim Ali—Jubba Sahni Bird Sanctuary[33] (Baraila Lake), which has an area of 2abbr=onNaNabbr=on, established in 1997.[34]
Climate
The plain terrain of the city and its nearby area is famous for banana, litchi, and mango plantations. The region looks green with plants and trees growing in a semi-tropical monsoon climate. However, the months of May–June is hot, and December–January is cold.[35]
Köppen and Geiger classifies the location as Csa. The average temperature is 25.8 °C; the hottest month being May with an average temperature of 32.2 °C and the coldest month being January with an average temperature of 17.1 °C. The average temperatures vary by 15.1 °C in a year. The average annual rainfall is 993 mm. The driest month is December, with an average precipitation of 3 mm and the wettest month is July with an average precipitation of 266 mm.[36]
The table below details historical monthly averages for climate variables—
Demographics, languages, and religion
Culturally and linguistically, Hajipur is similar to that of Patna. As per 2011 census Hajipur city has a population of 147,688, out of which males were 78,047 and females were 69,641. The literacy rate was 76.80 percent, higher than the national average of 74.04%: male literacy is 82.45%, and female literacy is 70.47%. In Hajipur, 14.15% of the population was under six years of age, a total of 20,899 with 11,090 boys while 9,809 are girls. The sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males was lower than the national average of 944 and Child sex ratio of girls is 884 per 1000 boys.[4]
Residents of Hajipur are referred to by the demonym Hajipurian. Hindi is the main language of the city, also the official language of the Bihar state but many other languages are spoken too. The native dialect is Maithili, named after Mithila, the ancient name of North Bihar is most widely spoken. English is also spoken by Hajipurians, and other widely spoken dialects and languages include Maithili, Bajjika, Urdu and Angika.[37] [6]
Economy
See main article: Export Promotion Park of India, Hajipur. The economy of Hajipur is largely service orientated, but it also has an agricultural base and industrial sector. As of 2011, service accounts for 55%, industry 9%, and agriculture 35% of the economy of the city.[38] [39]
There is a dedicated industrial area in Hajipur apart from Export Promotion Park of India, Hajipur—(EPIP), maintained by Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority—(BIADA)[40] in an area of 150 acres where many Big Brands of FMCG & Agro-based companies like Pepsico, Britannia, HUL, Godrej, Anmol, Sudha, Wayss Ice Cream, Bansal, Treat, Avon Cycle, etc. have their manufacturing units. There are several upcoming construction projects from private and public sectors with three new bridges connecting to Patna.[41] [42] The Export Promotion Industrial Park, is a multiple-product export processing zone in East India developed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Government of Bihar and by the administrative body BIADA located in Hajipur, In the administrative Vaishali district, has 94acres of land with modern infrastructure.[43] [44]
Places of interest
Ramchaura Mandir
The Ramchaura Mandir is a Hindu Temple in the city of Hajipur, Bihar. Dedicated to Lord Ram. As per local folklore, it is said to have been in existence since the Ramayana period and Shri Ram is believed to have visited this place on his way to Janakpur, where his footprints are worshiped.[45] The Ramchaura Mandir has a tradition of celebrating Rama Navami, on the birth anniversary of Shri Rama. A small fair is also organised on the eve of Rama Navami. Archeological objects excavated from Ramchaura are kept at the Patna Museum.[46] [47]
Pataleshwar Mandir
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Pataleshwar Mandir is located at Hajipur. Since, the ancient period Shiva is believed to be in the form of Lingam here. The worship of the Shiva-Linga originated from the famous hymn in the Atharva-Veda Samhita sung in praise of the Yupa-Stambha.[48]
Kaunhaara Ghat
It is considered one of the main ghats of Ganga—Gandak, where worshiping and cremation has been performed for centuries. This ghat received its name based on an ancient legend. According to this legend, "The famous fight of Gaja (elephant)-Graah (crocodile), which is well covered in Indian scriptures, is the reason behind people asking -kaun haara. Hence the name- Kaunhara ghat. Scriptures tell that Lord Vishnu had to interfere in the fight to save his devotee Gajaraj, who was being drowned by a crocodile. Both Gaja and Graah were gandharvas. But due to some curse, they became Gaja and Graah. Lord Vishnu killed Graah to give him instant salvation, and saved the life Of Gajaraj." The depiction of fighting Gaja—Graah is an emblem for the city and is prominently shown on the Hajipur railway station's dome and other notable places.[49]
Jami Masjid
Jami Masjid is one of the states' oldest mosques erected in 1587 AD during the Mughal rule by Makhsus Shah, the contemporary governor of Bihar Sharif according to Akbarnamah.[50] The remarkable monument is a spectacular example of Indo-Persian architecture, the central dome being larger than the others.[51]
Sonepur Cattle Fair
Located opposite Hajipur is a place of Sonepur where the forty-night-long Sonepur Cattle Fair is held every year starting from Kartik full moon day. The place goes lively at the onset of winter with the mass holy deep in river Gandak by Hindu at Kaun—haara Ghat.[52] Being claimed as the biggest animal fair in Asia. Government of Bihar's Department of Rural Development, Department of Agriculture organises training and exhibitions.[53] The visitors can stay in hotels at Hajipur or they can hire luxury Swiss cottages erected on sand dunes beside river Gandak.[54] [55] [56] The tent and cottages are provided by Department of State Tourism.[57] [58] [59]
Vaishali Mahotsava
The ancient village of Vaishali is located 35 km North—West of Hajipur. The place can be reached by road and offers many archaeological places to see which includes Buddha Stupa, Pillars of Ashoka, Abhishek Puskarani (coronation Tank of Vajjika rulers). Vaishali Mahotsava is held every year on Baisakh Purnima (Full Moon Day of 1st Hindu Month) during mid-April to celebrate the birth anniversary of 24th Jain Tirthankar—Mahavir who was born here in the village Kundalpur, 4 km from Vaishali. The soil of this land is blessed by the visit of Buddha twice during the 3rd century BC.[60] [61] [62]
Museums
Deep Narayan Singh Museum[63] was established in 1979.[64]
Education
Research and management
Colleges
Raj Narain College,[68] Jamuni Lal College,[69] Deo Chand College, Vaishali Mahila College, Intermediate Women's College, Chaurasia Raj Kishore College,[70] JaiPrakash Evening Intermediate College,[71] Maitreya College of Education and Management,[72] Licchavi College of Teacher's Training,[73] Maa Tara Institute of Health technology and Management,[74] R.S. Sharda Devi Education College,[75] Bihar College of Education,[76] Bihar Industrial Training Centre,[77] District Institute of Education and Training.[78]
Schools
Schools in Hajipur are either government run schools or private schools . The schools are affiliated to Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), the All-India Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) or the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) boards. Hindi and English are the primary languages of instruction.[79] Some top Schools are — G.A Inter School, Kendriya Vidyalaya,[80] St. Paul's High School,[81] St. Georgia Girls' School,[82] Indian Public School,[83] Surajdeo Memorial School,[84] Delhi Public School.[85]
Notable people
Freedom Fighter
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Politicians
Sports
Transport and connectivity
Hajipur city has a modern railway zonal office.[101] It is the headquarters of the East Central Railway zone of the Indian Railways.[102] [103] [104] Hajipur Junction is directly connected to most of the major cities in India. Public transportation is provided for by buses, auto rickshaws and local trains. BSRTC has started city bus service on Hajipur via Patna.[105] [106] Luxury bus service in Hajipur running via NH-31 connects several neighbouring cities is provided by the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation.[107] Auto rickshaws are a popular mode of transportation.[108] App based cab service is available.[109]
Asia's longest river bridge, the Mahatma Gandhi Setu (built 1982), is in Hajipur and connects the city to Patna across the Ganga.[110] The four lane prestressed RCC bridge was commissioned into service during the year 1982. Travellers get an enthralling experience and panoramic view of lush green banana plantations.[111] [112]
The city is primarily served by Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, Patna (PAT)[113] - which is just 21.2 km (13.2 miles) SW or an hour drive from Hajipur.
Hajipur is connected to other parts of India through national and state highways. Hajipur is well connected with roads to various major cities of Bihar like Patna, Sonpur, Vaishali, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, and Chhapra. The major highways are-
Media
Hindi and English newspapers are easily available in the city, including Dainik Jagran, Hindustan, Prabhat Khabar, Dainik Bhaskar, The Times of India, Hindustan Times, The Hindu, The Economic Times and The Indian Express. There is also the Hindi and English mixed newspaper tabloid Inext.[119] [120] [121]
TV programming is provided by regional news channels like Zee Bihar, Kashish News, Sahara Samay Channel, News18 Bihar,[122] DD Bihar.[123] There are several news programmes broadcast by local cable operators in city areas and all renowned channels are broadcast in each corner of the city areas.[124] [125]
Hajipur has the following FM radio stations—
Private FM stations
Utility services
Electricity supply to the city is regulated and distributed by the Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited.[128] The city gets electricity from North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited which is controlled by Bihar State Electricity Board.[129] [130] [131]
Direct–to–home (DTH) is available via DD Free Dish, Airtel digital TV, Dish TV, Tata Play, d2h, Sun Direct and Independent TV and all Cable operators.[132] [133] [134]
Hajipur has its own home network of the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India's state-owned telecom and internet services provider. Both Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) mobile services are available.[135] Apart from telecom, BSNL also provides broadband internet service.[136] Among private enterprises, Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, Vodafone Idea and Tata Teleservices[137] are the leading telephone and cell phone service providers in the city.[138] [139] [140]
See also
Further reading
External links
Notes and References
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