Chamba Population 2026
Chamba has a population of 21,502, making it the #2773 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Himachal Pradesh. It is about 590× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,502
Rank in India
#2773
Coordinates
32.56°N, 76.13°E
~951 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
450 km
279 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Himachal Pradesh
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Shimla | 173,503 | #296 |
| Solan | 40,283 | #1408 |
| Kālka | 34,134 | #1700 |
| Dharamsala | 30,764 | #1898 |
| Baddi | 29,911 | #1949 |
| Nāhan | 28,899 | #2037 |
| Mandi | 28,217 | #2101 |
| Sundarnagar | 25,338 | #2352 |
Cities near Chamba
FAQ
What is the population of Chamba?
Chamba has a population of 21,502 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2773 biggest city in India.
What region is Chamba in?
Chamba is located in Himachal Pradesh, India.
Is Chamba the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 450 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.