Bidar Population 2026
Bidar has a population of 216,020, making it the #236 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Karnataka. It is about 59× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
216,020
Rank in India
#236
Coordinates
17.91°N, 77.52°E
~672 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,192 km
740 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karnataka
Cities near Bidar
- Zahirābād71,166 people · ~27 km away
- Bhālki40,333 people · ~36 km away
- Chitaguppa25,298 people · ~39 km away
- Homnābād44,483 people · ~44 km away
- Sadasivpet47,920 people · ~56 km away
- Basavakalyan69,717 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bidar?
Bidar has a population of 216,020 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #236 biggest city in India.
What region is Bidar in?
Bidar is located in Karnataka, India.
Is Bidar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,192 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.