Kataiya Population 2026
Kataiya has a population of 20,193, making it the #2919 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 629× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,193
Rank in India
#2919
Coordinates
26.57°N, 84.08°E
~65 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
714 km
443 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 Kataiya
FAQ
What is the population of Kataiya?
Kataiya has a population of 20,193 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2919 biggest city in India.
What region is Kataiya in?
Kataiya is located in Bihar, India.
Is Kataiya the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 714 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.