Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: November 09, 2025, 09:10 IST
Where is Gaya located? Gaya district is one of the thirty-eight districts of the Indian state of Bihar. Check Gaya city facts, area, population, places to visit in Bhilai, Bhilai pin code, std code, and information about highways and nearest airport.

Gaya district is one of the thirty-eight districts of the Indian state of Bihar. Gaya lies between 24.75° North latitudes and 85.01° East longitudes. The city covers an area of about 308 km2 with a population of 470839 people.
| Info | Datails |
|---|---|
| City Name | Gaya |
| Country | India |
| State | Bihar |
| District | Gaya |
| Coordinates | 24.75°N 85.01°E |
| Area | 308 km2 |
| Elevation | 111 m |
| Population | 470,839 |
| Time Zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Language | Hindi |
| Pincode(s) | 823001 |
| STD Code | 631 |
| Nearest Airport | Gaya Airport |
| National Highway | Highway NH2 ,NH19 |
| Website | www.gayamunicipal.net |
The top attractions to visit in Gaya are: Mahabodhi Temple, The Great Buddha Statue, Dungeshwari, Maa Mangla Gauri Mandir, Barabar Caves, Vishnupad Temple, Pind Daan Gaya, HadHadwa Mahadev