Rafiganj Population 2026
Rafiganj has a population of 35,536, making it the #1629 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 357× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,536
Rank in India
#1629
Coordinates
24.82°N, 84.63°E
~106 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
849 km
527 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 Rafiganj
FAQ
What is the population of Rafiganj?
Rafiganj has a population of 35,536 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1629 biggest city in India.
What region is Rafiganj in?
Rafiganj is located in Bihar, India.
Is Rafiganj the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 849 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.