Bālurghāt Population 2026
Bālurghāt has a population of 153,279, making it the #341 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 83× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
153,279
Rank in India
#341
Coordinates
25.22°N, 88.78°E
~29 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,206 km
749 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 |
| Āsansol | 504,271 | #103 |
| Bhātpāra | 483,129 | #108 |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | #116 |
| Shyamnagar | 441,956 | #118 |
Cities near Bālurghāt
- Gangārāmpur65,316 people · ~32 km away
- Kāliyāganj51,748 people · ~65 km away
- Malda170,039 people · ~68 km away
- Rāiganj170,252 people · ~79 km away
- Rājmahal22,514 people · ~97 km away
- Dhuliān77,070 people · ~102 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bālurghāt?
Bālurghāt has a population of 153,279 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #341 biggest city in India.
What region is Bālurghāt in?
Bālurghāt is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Bālurghāt the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,206 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.