page_title: Obra, Bihar
section_title: Economy
hierarchical_section_title: Obra, Bihar / Economy
caption_attribution_description: English: Obra Town
context_page_description: Obra is a small town 15 km away from the district headquarters on NH-98. As of 2018 Obra has a population of 14,786: 7,846 are males while 6,940 are females. In the Obra block there are 20 panchayats each averaging 6 villages. The geographic block is demarcated in the east and south by Daudnagar, Rafiganj, Aurangabad and in the west by Rohtas district. Situated on the confluence of Punpun and Adri river, the rolling topography of the town is typical, spread on the plain of the Son river bed known for its very fertile land.
context_section_description: The economy of Obra is mainly dependent on agriculture. The vast track of fertile land in the region supports the economic output of Obra. Obra is recognized as the rice bowl of Magadh region which trades with all parts of Bihar and Jharkhand. Obra is also well known for the production of Kaleen (carpets). The tradition of weaving beautiful and unique carpets in the town dates back to the 15th century. The Kambal (blanket) industry in Obra is supported by the government. A processing plant for raw blanket has been established in Obra for 50 years, and the trade of kambals dates back 100 years. These sectors give employment to more than 1000 people.
caption: Obra Gola road
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