Patna, India
Major city · Population 1.7M
Patna is the 22nd largest city in India with a population of approximately 1,684,297 people as of 2026. This makes it the 259th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.12% of India's total population of 1.45B. Patna is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 25.6°C with 1,095 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 51 meters above sea level.
Population
1,684,297
Global Rank
#259
Country Rank
#22
% of India
0.12%
Avg Temperature
25.6°C
Annual Rainfall
1,095 mm
Elevation
51 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Patna on the Map
Climate in Patna
Patna's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 358 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,450,935,791
Capital
New Delhi
Region
Southern Asia
Major Cities
532
GDP per Capita
$2,695
Life Expectancy
72.0 years
Urban Population
35.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in India
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Patna with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dinapur Nizamat | 182,429 | 10 km |
| Dinapore | 152,940 | 10 km |
| Hājīpur | 147,688 | 13 km |
| Chāpra | 202,352 | 44 km |
| Jahānābād | 103,202 | 45 km |
| Arrah | 261,430 | 48 km |
| Bihār Sharīf | 297,268 | 59 km |
| Muzaffarpur | 354,462 | 64 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Patna?
The population of Patna, India is approximately 1,684,297 people, making it the 259th largest city in the world and the 22nd largest in India.
Is Patna the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Patna is the 22nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Patna?
Patna has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C and receives 1,095 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Patna in?
Patna is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.