Kantai Population 2026
Kantai has a population of 25,051, making it the #2388 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 507× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,051
Rank in India
#2388
Coordinates
26.21°N, 85.30°E
~61 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
841 km
522 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 Kantai
FAQ
What is the population of Kantai?
Kantai has a population of 25,051 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2388 biggest city in India.
What region is Kantai in?
Kantai is located in Bihar, India.
Is Kantai the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 841 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.