Nawāda Population 2026
Nawāda has a population of 98,029, making it the #535 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 129× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
98,029
Rank in India
#535
Coordinates
24.89°N, 85.54°E
~93 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
925 km
574 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 Nawāda
- Hisua32,585 people · ~14 km away
- Wāris Alīganj35,243 people · ~17 km away
- Rājgīr41,587 people · ~20 km away
- Silao25,674 people · ~25 km away
- Rajauli30,170 people · ~27 km away
- Bihār Sharīf297,268 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nawāda?
Nawāda has a population of 98,029 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #535 biggest city in India.
What region is Nawāda in?
Nawāda is located in Bihar, India.
Is Nawāda the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 925 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.