Bhubaneswar Population 2026
Bhubaneswar has a population of 885,363, making it the #64 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. Roughly 0.1% of India's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
885,363
Rank in India
#64
Coordinates
20.27°N, 85.83°E
~62 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,273 km
791 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Odisha
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Nowrangapur | 1,220,946 | #38 |
| Cuttack | 610,189 | #82 |
| Brahmapur | 356,598 | #138 |
| Rourkela | 273,317 | #190 |
| Raurkela Industrial Township | 216,410 | #235 |
| Puri | 200,564 | #250 |
| Sambalpur | 189,366 | #265 |
| Balasore | 144,373 | #366 |
Cities near Bhubaneswar
FAQ
What is the population of Bhubaneswar?
Bhubaneswar has a population of 885,363 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #64 biggest city in India.
What region is Bhubaneswar in?
Bhubaneswar is located in Odisha, India.
Is Bhubaneswar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,273 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.