Forbesganj

Infobox Indian Jurisdiction
native_name = Forbesganj | type = city | latd = 26.3 | longd = 87.25
locator_position = right | state_name = Bihar
district = Araria
leader_title = MLA
leader_name = Laxmi Mehta
altitude = 46
population_as_of = 2001
population_total = 41,982| population_density =
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postal_code = 854318
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Forbesganj is a city and a municipality in Araria district in the state of Bihar, India.

Geography

Forbesganj is located at coord|26.3|N|87.25|E| [ [http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/34/Forbesganj.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Forbesganj] ] . It has an average elevation of 46 metres (150 feet).Distance from the NEPAL border is only 12 km and the last part of India near Nepal is Jogbani in India.

Demographics

As of 2001 India census [GR|India] , Forbesganj had a population of 41,982. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Forbesganj has an average literacy rate of 61%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 67%, and female literacy is 54%. In Forbesganj, 16% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Forbesganj is the biggest sub division and city of Araria district.

Economics

Forbesganj,for a long,has been known for jute production. But the advent of fibres and mills closing down owing to non-profitability have made sure that jute industry dies a slow death.With broad-gaude conversion of railways and construction of 4 lane highway,the economic activities are set to benefit.

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