5 most populated cities in Bihar

 the 5 most populated cities in Bihar:

Patna: Patna is the state capital and far and away the most populous city of Bihar. Its population in the metropolitan area in 2025 is projected to be approximately 2.69 million. Patna is the state's chief administrative, educational, and commercial center, lying on the south bank of the Ganges River.

Gaya: Famous for its religious importance for Buddhists and Hindus, Gaya has become a major urban center. Its metropolitan area population in 2025 stands at an estimated 624,000. In recent times, Gaya has also been noted for its work towards urban sanitation.

Bhagalpur: Situated on the southern bank of the Ganges River, Bhagalpur is renowned as the "Silk City" of India owing to its Tussar silk manufacture. The estimated population of Bhagalpur city/urban area is approximately 652,000 in 2024.

Muzaffarpur: Euphemistically referred to as the "Litchi Kingdom" for its replete litchi orchards, Muzaffarpur is an important city of North Bihar. Though district populations are bigger, the city's estimated population is approximately 707,000 in 2024.

Darbhanga: Traditionally referred to as the capital of the Darbhanga Raj, this is a cultural and educational hub in North Bihar. The population of Darbhanga city/urban area was estimated at approximately 474,000 as of 2024.