District Development
Gaya, Bihar
A comprehensive overview of the current scenario,
opportunities, and vision for Gaya, Bihar.
Section 1: Current Development Scenario
Health & Nutrition
• There are 1,062 functional hospitals and health centres
• The IMR stands at 46.8 per 1,000 live births
• 76.70% children’s suffer from anemic
• 85 % children’s have been vaccinated
• A Super Specialty Hospital is currently operational, offering advanced medical treatments .
Education
• Overall, the literacy rate in Gaya district is 63.67% and Female Literacy Rate: 53.34%
• Total school- 4309
Fisheries
• - Fish Production in 2023-24 is 10.41 TMT
Current Development Scenario- Continued
• Critical infrastructure
• 1.Development of new NH-82, NH-83 and Amas Darbhanga Expressway
• 2.Contruction of Metro Rail and High-Speed Bullet Train.
• 3.Contruction of Multiple Rail Over Bridge.
• Agriculture
• Gaya district is a rainfed area, due to scanty rainfall the cover of the main crop gets
affected, cultivation of millets Crop is being done.
Current Development Scenario- Continued
Horticulture
• Lemongrass has been planted in 85 acres of area in the district
• 100 kg of button Mushrooms are being produced daily
Commerce & Industry
• Textiles Unit, PMEGP, PMFME, Udyami Yojana, MSMEs and PMVY are running
Animal Husbandry
• Goat and hen farming are both popular and economically viable activities in Gaya.
Section 2: Developmental Potential & Opportunities
Agricultural :
• Millets Crop Farming.
• Crop Residue Management.
• Organic Farming
Horticulture Expansion:
• Cold storage, Mushroom Farming, Lemon grass
Skill Development & Employment:
• Industries based Skill Centers for Youth.
Renewable Energy:
• Solar power installations is going on.
Industrial Development:
• MSME based industries in Dobhi.
Section 3: High Impact Ideas/ Interventions
Short Term (2030):
• New Expressway & Road Development.
• Cold storage facilities are being Setup.
Medium Term (2037):
• Industries based Skill Improvement Centres.
• solar power.
Long Term (2047):
• MSME industries are in setup.
• Better Connectivity through Highways & Railways.
Section 4: Vision Statements for Gaya
• Adopting new agricultural techniques can significantly boost productivity and sustainability.
• Development of Religious Tourism in Bodhgaya and Vishnupad Mandir Corridor
• The new Amas-Darbhanga Expressway, along with NH-83 and connectivity to GT Road, significantly
enhances the infrastructure in the region. This corridor is set to become a crucial artery for trade and
commerce.
• Introducing a metro rail network will ease transportation, reduce traffic congestion, and promote
sustainable urban development.
• Focusing on skill development is crucial for preparing the workforce for modern industrial
requirements.