Barauni, once known as Jhuldabhaj, is a small town situated in the north-central part of
Bihar. The town which is a part of
Begusarai urban area, lies to the north of the
Ganges River. It is an industrial area and has a petroleum refinery.
Barauni Thermal Power Station is also located here.
Barauni is a major railway junction too. Barauni is connected to the nearby towns by
National Highway 28 and a ferry service on the Ganges.
Patna is the nearest airport.