Services Sector

  • The services sector is the largest contributor to Bihar's GSDP at approximately 58.6%, making it a key pillar of the state's economy.
  • Between 2011 and 2024, the transport and communication sector grew at an average annual rate of 7.6%, ranking Bihar third after Uttar Pradesh (10.1%) and Karnataka (7.7%).
  • Rural road length increased from 835 km in 2005 to 1.17 lakh km in 2025, reflecting a revolutionary change in connectivity.
  • Road density is 3,167 km per 1,000 sq km, higher than the national average.
  • Progress in digital services has resulted in over 1.5 lakh active Common Service Centres (CSCs).
  • Banking services have expanded in rural ....
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