Sonepur Population 2026
Sonepur has a population of 37,776, making it the #1517 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 336× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,776
Rank in India
#1517
Coordinates
25.70°N, 85.17°E
~54 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
851 km
528 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 Sonepur
- Hājīpur147,688 people · ~4 km away
- Patna1,684,297 people · ~12 km away
- Dinapur Nizamat182,429 people · ~13 km away
- Dinapore152,940 people · ~14 km away
- Phulwari Sharif81,740 people · ~16 km away
- Dighwāra32,741 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sonepur?
Sonepur has a population of 37,776 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1517 biggest city in India.
What region is Sonepur in?
Sonepur is located in Bihar, India.
Is Sonepur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 851 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.