Darbhanga Population 2026
Darbhanga has a population of 296,039, making it the #169 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 43× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
296,039
Rank in India
#169
Coordinates
26.15°N, 85.90°E
~58 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
900 km
559 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 |
| Purnia | 282,248 | #186 |
| Arrah | 261,430 | #196 |
| Begusarai | 252,008 | #202 |
Cities near Darbhanga
- Benipur75,317 people · ~27 km away
- Madhubani75,736 people · ~28 km away
- Samāstipur67,925 people · ~34 km away
- Jhanjhārpur31,283 people · ~40 km away
- Pupri15,129 people · ~40 km away
- Rusera28,781 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Darbhanga?
Darbhanga has a population of 296,039 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #169 biggest city in India.
What region is Darbhanga in?
Darbhanga is located in Bihar, India.
Is Darbhanga the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 900 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.