Arāria Population 2026
Arāria has a population of 79,021, making it the #659 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 161× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,021
Rank in India
#659
Coordinates
26.15°N, 87.51°E
~56 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,053 km
654 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bihar
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | 1,684,297 | #21 |
| Gaya | 474,093 | #110 |
| Bhāgalpur | 400,146 | #126 |
| Muzaffarpur | 354,462 | #139 |
| Bihār Sharīf | 297,268 | #166 |
| Darbhanga | 296,039 | #169 |
| Purnia | 282,248 | #186 |
| Arrah | 261,430 | #196 |
Cities near Arāria
- Shahbazpur38,000 people · ~28 km away
- Forbesganj50,475 people · ~30 km away
- Kasba30,421 people · ~33 km away
- Bahādurganj36,993 people · ~33 km away
- Jogbani39,281 people · ~37 km away
- Purnia282,248 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arāria?
Arāria has a population of 79,021 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #659 biggest city in India.
What region is Arāria in?
Arāria is located in Bihar, India.
Is Arāria the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,053 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.