Gaya Population 2026
Gaya has a population of 474,093, making it the #110 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 27× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
474,093
Rank in India
#110
Coordinates
24.80°N, 85.00°E
~117 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
883 km
548 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bihar
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | 1,684,297 | #21 |
| 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 |
| Begusarai | 252,008 | #202 |
Cities near Gaya
FAQ
What is the population of Gaya?
Gaya has a population of 474,093 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #110 biggest city in India.
What region is Gaya in?
Gaya is located in Bihar, India.
Is Gaya the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 883 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.