Bihar government releases caste census, OBCs form 63% of population, general 16%

The Bihar government on Monday released the data of its caste-based survey. The report was released today by the Chief Secretary.The Bihar caste-based survey, also known as the Bihar Jaati Adharit Ganana, has reported a total population of over 13 crores. The detailed breakdown reveals that the backward class holds 27% of the population, while the extremely backward class constitutes 36%. Scheduled Castes account for slightly more than 19%, and Scheduled Tribes make up 1.68%. The general people represent 15.52% of the population. Bhumihars constitute 2.86% of the population, Brahmins 3.66%, Kurmis 2.87%, Musahars 3%, and Yadavas 14%.