Rohtas

Rohtas is a city located in the eastern Indian state of Bihar and serves as the administrative headquarters of Rohtas district. The district covers an area of roughly 1,500 square kilometres and is bounded by the districts of Kaimur to the north, Patna to the northeast, and Giridih to the west. The town lies at an elevation of approximately 80 metres above sea level and is situated on the banks of the River Ganga, which flows to the north of the district.

Historically, the region is famed for the 16th‑century Rohtas Fort, a massive sandstone structure built by the Afghan king Sher Shah Suri. The fort, with its eleven fortified walls, massive gateways, and numerous bastions, is a popular archaeological site and attracts historians and tourists alike. The fort occupies a strategic position overlooking the Ganga plains and was originally intended to guard the northern frontier of the Sur Empire.

The population of Rohtas district is predominantly rural, with agriculture being the main livelihood. The district is known for cultivating rice, wheat, maize, and pulses. As of the most recent census, the district’s population exceeds two million, with a literacy rate below the national average. Rohtas also hosts a number of educational institutions, including primary, secondary, and higher‑education facilities, and remains a focal point for regional development projects.