Sāhibganj Population 2026
Sāhibganj has a population of 23,224, making it the #2585 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 546× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,224
Rank in India
#2585
Coordinates
26.31°N, 84.93°E
~66 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
803 km
499 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 Sāhibganj
FAQ
What is the population of Sāhibganj?
Sāhibganj has a population of 23,224 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2585 biggest city in India.
What region is Sāhibganj in?
Sāhibganj is located in Bihar, India.
Is Sāhibganj the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 803 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.