Urbanization in Bihar

Urbanization in Bihar remains relatively low compared to other Indian states. According to the 2011 Census, Bihar is the most densely populated state with a density of 1,106 people per square kilometer, reflecting significant population pressure.

Despite this high population density, nearly 89 percent of Bihar’s population resides in rural areas. With only about 11.29 percent living in urban regions, Bihar records one of the lowest levels of urbanization in India.