Bānka Population 2026
Bānka has a population of 45,977, making it the #1219 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 276× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,977
Rank in India
#1219
Coordinates
24.88°N, 86.92°E
~85 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,049 km
651 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 Bānka
FAQ
What is the population of Bānka?
Bānka has a population of 45,977 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1219 biggest city in India.
What region is Bānka in?
Bānka is located in Bihar, India.
Is Bānka the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,049 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.