Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.7M
Population
99 km2
Area
94 Mbps
Internet
58m
Elevation
Asia/Kolkata
Timezone
PAT (5km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Patna's ancient banks of the Ganges teem with dawn bathers and chaotic rickshaw swarms, embodying Bihar's resilient spirit amid monsoon floods. Remote workers navigate variable power with portable setups, drawn to the historical depth of Nalanda's nearby ruins.
QUICK FACTS
Country
India
Region
Southern Asia
Population
1.7M
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Elevation
58 m
Currency
INR
Language
English
Airport
PAT
GPS
25.59, 85.14
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
94 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Economy
81% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
PAT airport just 5 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 24C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,587 total POIs 16.0 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
87
Cafes
33
Bars
3
Fast Food
54
Shopping
Supermarkets
43
Convenience
12
Shopping Malls
20
Healthcare
Hospitals
203
Clinics
128
Pharmacies
24
Education
Schools
78
Universities
23
Libraries
17
Recreation
Parks
177
Playgrounds
14
Sports
35
Cinemas
10
Museums
6
Theatres
3
Transport
Bus Stops
8
Train Stations
24
Fuel Stations
40
Services
Banks
102
ATMs
68
Post Offices
16
Police
15
Fire Stations
1
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
94 Mbps
Download
96 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
35,970
Tests
9,914
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Mar - May
17°
J
18°
F
20°
M
24°
A
27°
M
30°
J
30°
J
30°
A
27°
S
24°
O
20°
N
18°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 23.6 C Range: 16.8 - 30.4 C Rain: 1,094 mm/year Sunshine: 3,488 h/year
CITY SCORES
92.3
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.1
Overall
COST OF LIVING
EIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
19.4
Overall
81% cheaper than NYC
2.6
Rent
97% cheaper than NYC
20.4
Groceries
80% cheaper than NYC
16.1
Restaurants
84% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
PAT
Jay Prakash Narayan Airport
5 km from center
Very close — ~8 min ride
FUN FACTS
Patna (Hindi: Paṭanā, pronounced [ˈpəʈnaː] ), historically known as Pāṭaliputra, is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Bihar.
Covering 250 square kilometres (97 sq mi) and over 2.5 million people, its urban agglomeration is the 18th largest in India.
The modern city of Patna is mainly on the southern bank of the river Ganges.
The city also straddles the rivers Son, Gandak and Punpun.
One of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world, Patna was founded in 490 BCE by the king of Magadha.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Patna known for?
Patna's ancient banks of the Ganges teem with dawn bathers and chaotic rickshaw swarms, embodying Bihar's resilient spirit amid monsoon floods. Remote workers navigate variable power with portable setups, drawn to the historical depth of Nalanda's nearby ruins.
How fast is the internet in Patna?
Patna has an average download speed of 94 Mbps and upload speed of 96 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Patna?
Patna has an average year-round temperature of approximately 23.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Patna?
Patna is served by PAT (Jay Prakash Narayan Airport), approximately 5 km from the city center.
What is the population of Patna?
The population of Patna is approximately 1.7M.
What infrastructure does Patna have?
Patna has 1,587 mapped points of interest, including 87 restaurants, 203 hospitals, 78 schools.
What country is Patna in?
Patna is located in India.
