Anantnag Population 2026
Anantnag has a population of 150,592, making it the #348 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Jammu and Kashmir. It is about 84× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
150,592
Rank in India
#348
Coordinates
33.73°N, 75.15°E
~1,606 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
601 km
373 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jammu and Kashmir
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FAQ
What is the population of Anantnag?
Anantnag has a population of 150,592 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #348 biggest city in India.
What region is Anantnag in?
Anantnag is located in Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Is Anantnag the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 601 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.