Bela Population 2026
Bela has a population of 26,707, making it the #2219 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 475× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,707
Rank in India
#2219
Coordinates
25.56°N, 84.43°E
~64 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
791 km
491 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 Bela
FAQ
What is the population of Bela?
Bela has a population of 26,707 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2219 biggest city in India.
What region is Bela in?
Bela is located in Bihar, India.
Is Bela the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 791 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.