Buxar Population 2026
Buxar has a population of 102,861, making it the #509 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 123× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,861
Rank in India
#509
Coordinates
25.58°N, 83.98°E
~67 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
750 km
466 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 Buxar
FAQ
What is the population of Buxar?
Buxar has a population of 102,861 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #509 biggest city in India.
What region is Buxar in?
Buxar is located in Bihar, India.
Is Buxar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 750 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.