Silao Population 2026
Silao has a population of 25,674, making it the #2315 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 494× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,674
Rank in India
#2315
Coordinates
25.08°N, 85.43°E
~70 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
904 km
561 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 Silao
- Rājgīr41,587 people · ~6 km away
- Bihār Sharīf297,268 people · ~16 km away
- Wāris Alīganj35,243 people · ~23 km away
- Islāmpur35,641 people · ~23 km away
- Nawāda98,029 people · ~25 km away
- Hisua32,585 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Silao?
Silao has a population of 25,674 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2315 biggest city in India.
What region is Silao in?
Silao is located in Bihar, India.
Is Silao the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 904 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.