Other Spellings / Synonyms: Magadhi

Religion: Hindu. Only a small number follow Christianity.

Language: Magahi or Magadhi (closely related to Bhojpuri and Maithili). An earlier form of Magadhi, known as Magadhi Prakrit is said to be the language spoken by Gautam Buddha, and the language of the ancient kingdom of Magadha.

Regional Spread: Bihar in India

Traditional Occupation: Agriculture

Population: 13 million approximately

Food Habits: Mostly vegetarian but some are also fond of non-vegetarian food.

Marriage Preference: Prefer marriage in their own community but are now open to matrimonial alliances outside Magahi community..

About Magahi People:
Magahi people dominate the Magadh area of Bihar state. This includes Patna, Gaya, Aurangabad, Jehanabad, Nalanda and other surrounding districts. Magahi people can also be found in some areas of Hazaribagh, Giridih, Palamau, Munger and Bhagalpur and a small number in the Malda District of West Bengal.