Kishanganj Population 2026
Kishanganj has a population of 105,782, making it the #489 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 120× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
105,782
Rank in India
#489
Coordinates
26.10°N, 87.96°E
~57 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,097 km
681 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 Kishanganj
- Bahādurganj36,993 people · ~22 km away
- Dalkola15,285 people · ~28 km away
- Islāmpur55,691 people · ~30 km away
- Thākurganj18,348 people · ~40 km away
- Arāria79,021 people · ~44 km away
- Kasba30,421 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kishanganj?
Kishanganj has a population of 105,782 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #489 biggest city in India.
What region is Kishanganj in?
Kishanganj is located in Bihar, India.
Is Kishanganj the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,097 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.