Katihar Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Katihar Assembly Constituency
The Katihar Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Bihar. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janta Party party showed consistent strength. Tarkishore Prasad stood out as a key candidate in the Katihar constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Katihar, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Katihar were held in 2020. Tarkishore Prasad won the MLA seat with a margin of 6.2%. They represented the Bharatiya Janta Party, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Katihar | Assembly Constituency Number | 63 |
| District | Katihar | Constituency Type | N/A |
| Winning Candidate | Tarkishore Prasad | Party | Bharatiya Janta Party |
| Total Electors | 259,626 | Total Votes | 169,767 |
| Poll Percentage | 65.4% | Margin Votes | 10,519 |
| Margin Percentage | 6.2% | Election Year | 2020 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Katihar is located in the Katihar district of Bihar.
Katihar is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Katihar is Tarkishore Prasad from the Bharatiya Janta Party.
- Voter turnout: 65.4%
- Total votes cast: 169,767
- Total electors: 259,626
- Winning margin: 10,519 votes (6.2%)
Katihar falls under the Katihar parliamentary constituency.
Tarkishore Prasad represents the Bharatiya Janta Party.
Tarkishore Prasad won with a margin of 10,519 votes, which is 6.2% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Katihar is 63.
The last assembly elections in Katihar were held in 2020.