Lakhisarai district was established on the 3rd of July 1994 or 1990. Before coming into existence as a new district, Lakhisarai was a sub-division within Munger District. Historians established on the basis of analysis of evidences, that this place was a reputed religious center for the Hindus in the period of Pal. The ruler of that time was fond of making Temples and other religious spots. It is one of the reasons that there are so many temples and other religious places within this region.
The district can be divided into three parts viz. (i) Hilly area (ii) Flood hit area and (ii) Plain area. The hilly area comprises of hill series and rocks like Kachhua hills, Kajra mountains up to Abhaipur and Jaynagar Mountains including forest area. Almost whole of Pipariya block and some part of Barahiya is considered as flood hit area. This area remains almost drowned in rainy season. But so far as cultivation and agriculture is concerned this area is called the stock of food Grains. Rest of the part except Hilly and flood hit area is plain area with full greenery and cultivable land.The district is easily reachable through its proper road and rail linkages. On the one hand 60% of the villages possess metallic roads and on the other hand NH 80 connects it to other states of India. Kiul Junction is one of the prime landmarks of this place.Being part of the erstwhile Pal Dynasty, Lakhisarai is popular among tourists for its religious significance. The place has many famous temples, some of which even dates back to its first ruler.
How to reach
By Air (Airport):-
The nearest airport to Lakhisarai Station are Patna 126 km & Gaya 141 km.
By Rail:-
Lakhisarai (LKR)Junction located on the bank of Kiul River in East Central Railway.The Lakhisarai railway station is in Howrah – Patna – Mughalsarai main line. The main line crosses the Kiul river between Kiul Junction and Lakhisarai Junction.
The major facilities available are waiting rooms, computerized reservation facility, reservation counter, vehicle parking
By Road :-
Well connected to other city through National Highway -80 SH-6,8,18 Oter road – District Road (ODR), Kajra Surajgarha Road
Popular tourist destinations
LAKHISARAI BLOCK
Bhimkund:- It is about 25 km east-south of Lakhisarai.
Balgudar:- The Monument of Madan Pal of period 1161-1162 was found in Balgudar consist Narayana statue as Krimila Subject. According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period. Birdaban:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Chauki:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Bilouri:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Garhi Bishanpur:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval.
Lakhisarai:- In a recent course of exploration, an area identified as Krimila Adhisthana by D.C. Sircar is situated near Lakhisarai, a district headquarters of Bihar. Large number of historical monuments is lying around this modern town. Remains of Buddhist and Brahmanical antiquities are lying un guarded un protected in around 30-35 square Kilometre from this place. The area was explored by Cunningham and Beglar in 19th century and in second quarter of 20th century few Indian scholars also visited the place and collected evidences from this place and subsequently they have reported them also. But all the earlier explorations were limited to identification of Buddhist monuments or collection of inscriptions. In an extensive exploration of this region has revealed many interesting facts undisclosed about Early medieval historiography. There are more than thirty five unexcavated big mounds in the area. Between the mounds there are ponds and lakes. One of the lakes from this place is mentioned in Hsua T Sang’s account of 6th cent. A.D. From the mounds, ponds and lakes more than hundred Buddhist and Brahmanical sculptures have been collected. Nine Buddhist sculpture carries inscription on their pedestal. Stylistic analysis of these sculptures suggests us Early medieval period, and different phases of construction activities. Few brick structures over the mounds are exposed due to natural erosions or encroachments by the local people. Overall survey and decipherment of inscriptions from the region suggests us existence of a large religious city in the lower Ganga valley during Early medieval period. After corroborating with the contemporary literary source, this site can be identified as stupa of Chaliya parvat, where Buddha spent his 19th rainy season.
According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period.
Kabaiaya :- It is a ward within Lakhisarai Municipality near Janagar Hills. Under General Cunningham, excavation was carried out on the site of Kabaiaya in which ruins of buildings, stamps, gold coins etc. were found. Historians on the basis of materials found in Kabaiaya, said that this place was significant in ancient time in period between ninth and tenth century.
Jaynagar:- According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on 25.11.2017, Saturday launched the archaeological excavation work at the Jaynagar Lali hill at Ward 33 of Lakhisarai.
Rajauna:- This village is situated about 3-kms northwest of Lakhisarai and is surrounded by numerous mounds. Huen Tsang described this place Rajauna as an important place for Buddhists and there were some Buddha Maths. This place was the capital of Indradaman, who was the last emperor of Pals . Rajauna had a glorious past, according to the ruins and evidences found there. It was one of the mahals of Sarkar Munger in the time of Akbar. The ruins have furnished several miles of brick ballast to the railway. There used to be numerous Buddhist statues and sculptures here, but nearly all have been carried off to different temples and the Indian Museum. Some statues still exist at an ancient mound called Raghugarh, viz., Ganesha, Harihara, Durga, Vishnu, the seven mothers, the nine planets, etc., as well as a few imperfect Buddhist figures.
According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period.
Kiul:- Noted Historian Dr. D.C. Sarkar during his visit, found some more evidences on the basis of which, he also confirmed that this place was very important “Krimila” Subject during Pal administration. Monument of Madan Pal of period 1161-1162 was found in Balgudar consist Narayana statue as Krimila Subject. Chinese traveler Huen Tsang described this place having 10 Buddha mathas and more than four hundred Buddhists resided here. Most of the Buddhists living here were Heenyanis. There were 10 temples also of Hindus and people lived here with peace and harmony. People of that time used to live in a very planned manner.
Also, according to historian Sri Radha Krishna Chaudhary all the Buddha mathas were situated in southern side of Ganga and the king of Pal Bans was also a Buddhist. This region of Lakhisarai was ruled over in seventh century to eleventh century by the administrator of Pal Bans. Sen family also ruled this region for some period in 11th century. Acharya Hawaldar Triapthi mentioned this region of Lakhisarai on the basis of “Mritika Mudra” kept in Nalanda. It means that Krimila was very important and Caval Gram was very important.
The people believe that Krimila of that period is now Kiul Basti, which is situated in Southern side of Lakhisarai Railways station. Krimila was a center of Buddhist religion. Lord Buddha also stayed here for three years on Chaliya Mountain and Jantugram was nearby Chliya mountain and was situated on bank of river Krimikala, where Lord Buddha with his followers used to visit and deliver speech. It is convincing that Krimikala is now in Kiul river and Chaliya mountain is nothing but Jainagar mountain.
According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period.
Ashok Dham :- Ashok dham also known as Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir is also situated nearby Rajauna village. Ashok Dham is known for unique Shivling made of black stone, which is huge in size.
It is said that this place has been a center of worship since 8th century. Narayan Pal, the 6th emperor of Pala Empire initiated the regular worship of the Shivlingam in 8th century. In 12th century, a temple was built on this place by King Indradyumna. It is said that the temple was demolished and for many years there were no remains above ground.
On 7 April 1977, two boys named Ashok and Gajanand were discovered the Giant Shivlingam beneath the ground while playing a traditional Gilli-danda game. On 11 February 1993, the Shankaracharya of Jagannathpuri inaugurated the restructure of the temple complex. The current temple complex building started on 15 November 2002 under Shree Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir Trust.
Neri:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period NBPW phase. Lakhisarai-Inglish:-The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Hasanpur:-The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Gangta:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval.
SURAJGARHA BLOCK
Shringirishi :-It situated 30 km to the south-west of Munger, about six miles from Kajra Railway Station and 8 miles to the south-west from Mananpur Railway Station .Here is a beautiful temple of Lord Shiva. Temple is a small square structure about 15 feet high, with a pyramid. It is situated over one of the peaks of the Kharagpur group of hill near Jalappa Asthan.
It is an important place for the Hindus as well as a place of ecological interest. Sringi Rishi is a beautiful place with a soft water spring and full of greenery and rocks. On Shivratri and Makar Sankranti large gathering is seen here. Shringi Rishi dam is near- by the temple with full of blue water. Boating in the dam is a good experience and making this place visit memorable. It is said to have been built in the 30’s by a Marwari, to whom children were born after he had worshipped here. The deity enshrined in the temple is an ordinary linga brought from Varanasi. Before that another linga outside is said to have been originally worshipped. It is said that several years ago a mad man removed it from the temple and threw it into a stream, and it was discovered only after a long search. Near it is a female figure, about four feet high, carved in relief on black stone, holding in her hands two long flowers which give support to two small elephants. The smaller female figures, carved on the same block, stand at the two lower corners on either side of the bigger image. These images are probably Buddhistic but are now worshipped by Hindus, the bigger image as Parvati, the smaller ones as Gaura and Sandhya. A small reservoir has been constructed at the foot of the cliff, and is used for bathing. It is believed to have miraculous properties the story being that whoever goes into it, whether child or adult, short or tall, finds the water only waist deep.
According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period.
Uren:- This village is situated about 8 kms west of Kajra railway station. In about 1892 Colonel Waddell first discovered and examined the ruins and brought to notice their significance amongst the Buddhist ruins. It has 30 acre occupational deposits containing structural mounds, sculptures etc.
According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Chalcolithic period.
Lai:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Chhota Singarpur:-The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval.
Jalappa Asthan :- It is situated 30 km to the south-west of Munger, having a 12 th cent A.D temple at an edge of the Kharagpur hills.
Abhainath Asthan :- It is about 45 kms north -east of Lakhisarai . It is a beautiful place on the top of the mountain of Abhaipur. There is a temple of a Saint namely Abhainath Baba. Name of the Abhaipur village as well as Abhaipur Railway station is named after the name of Abhainath Baba. Abainath Baba was a cosmic saint and always protected the people of this region from all the dangers and diseases. People have great faith in Baba.
Amrasani:- It is situated near the Abhainath Asthan. It is a beautiful picnic spot. At Amrasani there is a beautiful soft water spring, mountains and rocks and forest with full greenery. Famous slate rocks are found here, for making slates for children and plate for house construction. People can see the stream of water spring flowing for very short distance then it disappears magically.
Bhagwati Asthan :- An important temple of Maa Bhagwati situated at the foothill of Abhaipur village mountain. This goddess is also known as Bisharidevi (goddess of snakes). Local people claim that no people having snakebite returns empty from the durbar of Mahari or Bhagwati. On the eve of Nagpanchami a large no of people come here to worship the goddess and have a look of Nagdevta and offer “doodh lava” to Nagdev.
RAMGARH CHOWK BLOCK
Nongrah :-It is about 10 kms south from Lakhisarai . During excavation of Nongarh, statue of God and Goddesses made of sand stone and some stoops were found which indicate that this place was also important and a glorious centre of civilization and culture in ancient time.
According to Jayaswal Research Institute Archaeological Explorations this site belongs to Early medieval period.
CHANAN BLOCK
Lakho Chak:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Ghosikundi:-The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Jankidih:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Shibdih:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Ramshir:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Singh Chak:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period NBPW phase. Gordih:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval. Bichhwe:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Gupta. Bhuika:- The KP Jayaswal Research Institute, during in the course of its Archaeological Explorations brought to light the site period Early medieval.
BARAHIYA BLOCK
Tripur Sundari Man Bhagwati (Barahiya):- Barahiya is a small town. It is situated 15 kms north to Lakhisara. It has a tallest temple of Bihar. Temple of Tripur Sundari Ma Bagwati popularly known as Maharani Asthan . Hindus of the region believe Maharani to be the most powerful goddess and have great faith . Barahiya is also considered important for having north flowing Ganga and people take holy dip in it. According to belief cremation on the bank of north flowing Gange brings Moksha to the people.