Sultānganj Population 2026
Sultānganj has a population of 52,892, making it the #1054 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 240× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,892
Rank in India
#1054
Coordinates
25.24°N, 86.74°E
~40 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,016 km
631 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 Sultānganj
FAQ
What is the population of Sultānganj?
Sultānganj has a population of 52,892 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1054 biggest city in India.
What region is Sultānganj in?
Sultānganj is located in Bihar, India.
Is Sultānganj the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,016 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.