Business and Economy in Gaya
Gaya being one of the fast developing region of Bihar is known for its pilgrimage destinations which contributes immensely in its economy. It shares the boundary with Jharkhand and is the second largest city in Bihar. Gaya has a competitive advantage due to its good connectivity. Many State and National Highways connect Gaya to other parts of the state and country. Gaya also has an international airport and serves as a gateway to religious tourism.Contribution of tourism in the economy of Gaya

Textile Productions in Gaya
Bihar is known for the number of weavers that it has, highly skilled and gifted. Out of the many destinations, Bhagalpur is known as the leading silk city. Second in line is Gaya, with around 8,000 weavers, making it the second largest weaving centre. Traditional handloom clusters exist in the districts of Bhagalpur, Gaya, Nalanda, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Siwan, Patna. Gaya is developing rapidly in the textile sector, with approx. more than thousand looms running. Household & Handicraft Products in Gaya

Agriculture in Gaya
70% of the cultivable area in Gaya is under rice cultivation, making it an important agricultural activity here. Fragmented land holdings do not permit any major investments in irrigation equipment to improve yield. The soil in the district is quite fertile and alluvial soil is found at the confluence of rivers. 78% of the population of Gaya are engaged in the occupation of agriculture as their primary source of income. Various pulses like wheat, gram, barley, maize, masoor, arhar and potatoes are grown.
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