Āsansol Population 2026
Āsansol has a population of 504,271, making it the #103 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 25× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
504,271
Rank in India
#103
Coordinates
23.68°N, 86.98°E
~119 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,118 km
694 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Bengal
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 4,631,392 | #7 |
| Howrah | 1,027,672 | #52 |
| Durgapur | 518,872 | #97 |
| Siliguri | 515,574 | #100 |
| Bhātpāra | 483,129 | #108 |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | #116 |
| Shyamnagar | 441,956 | #118 |
| Rajpur Sonarpur | 424,368 | #121 |
Cities near Āsansol
FAQ
What is the population of Āsansol?
Āsansol has a population of 504,271 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #103 biggest city in India.
What region is Āsansol in?
Āsansol is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Āsansol the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,118 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.