Bārāsat Population 2026
Bārāsat has a population of 298,127, making it the #164 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 43× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
298,127
Rank in India
#164
Coordinates
22.72°N, 88.48°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,305 km
810 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 Bārāsat
- Pānihāti378,705 people · ~12 km away
- Kāmārhāti332,965 people · ~12 km away
- Shrīrāmpur226,317 people · ~15 km away
- Bāli296,973 people · ~17 km away
- Shyamnagar441,956 people · ~17 km away
- Bhātpāra483,129 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bārāsat?
Bārāsat has a population of 298,127 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #164 biggest city in India.
What region is Bārāsat in?
Bārāsat is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Bārāsat the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,305 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.