Begusarai Population 2026
Begusarai has a population of 252,008, making it the #202 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 50× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
252,008
Rank in India
#202
Coordinates
25.42°N, 86.13°E
~47 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
952 km
591 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 Begusarai
FAQ
What is the population of Begusarai?
Begusarai has a population of 252,008 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #202 biggest city in India.
What region is Begusarai in?
Begusarai is located in Bihar, India.
Is Begusarai the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 952 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.