Rāiganj Population 2026
Rāiganj has a population of 170,252, making it the #303 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 75× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
170,252
Rank in India
#303
Coordinates
25.61°N, 88.12°E
~38 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,130 km
702 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 Rāiganj
- Kāliyāganj51,748 people · ~20 km away
- Dalkola15,285 people · ~41 km away
- Gangārāmpur65,316 people · ~47 km away
- Katihar240,838 people · ~56 km away
- Kishanganj105,782 people · ~57 km away
- Manihāri26,629 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rāiganj?
Rāiganj has a population of 170,252 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #303 biggest city in India.
What region is Rāiganj in?
Rāiganj is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Rāiganj the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,130 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.