Koch Bihār Population 2026
Koch Bihār has a population of 78,737, making it the #660 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 161× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
78,737
Rank in India
#660
Coordinates
26.33°N, 89.45°E
~47 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,233 km
766 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Bengal
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 4,631,392 | #7 |
| Howrah | 1,027,672 | #52 |
| Durgapur | 518,872 | #97 |
| Siliguri | 515,574 | #100 |
| Āsansol | 504,271 | #103 |
| Bhātpāra | 483,129 | #108 |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | #116 |
| Shyamnagar | 441,956 | #118 |
Cities near Koch Bihār
- Alīpur Duār65,232 people · ~19 km away
- Dīnhāta42,381 people · ~21 km away
- Tufānganj20,420 people · ~22 km away
- Mātābhānga22,642 people · ~23 km away
- Fālākāta20,119 people · ~32 km away
- Hāsimāra40,000 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Koch Bihār?
Koch Bihār has a population of 78,737 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #660 biggest city in India.
What region is Koch Bihār in?
Koch Bihār is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Koch Bihār the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,233 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.