Khajuraha

Khajuraha is an ancient northern Indian village situated in the Saharsa district of Bihar.^[1]  It is the one of the largest panchayat, both by area and population, of the state. The origin of the name Khajuraha is unknown. Bangaon is part of Sonvarsha Block of the district. Some of the neighbouring places include Chandi Sthan (2 km South), Biratpur, Lagma, Golma. Khajuraha Panchayat is divided into many sub blocks called as tolla namely Brahmin tola, bagail, bhabhara etc. This village has been known for having the engineers, teachers, farmers etc. Saint Pritamnath (Babajee) lived in this village.

Geography

Khajuraha and its surrounding areas are a flat alluvial plain forming part of the Kosi river basin. This makes the land very fertile.

Flooding was a major reason for the poor connectivity of the area as bridges tend to get washed away.

Agriculture

Paddy, wheat, moong, maize, sugarcane etc. are the main crops of this village. vegetables viz. potato, cauliflower, brinjal, carrot, raddish, lady finger etc., are cultivated in this village.