Chandannagar Population 2026
Chandannagar has a population of 180,623, making it the #278 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 70× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
180,623
Rank in India
#278
Coordinates
22.86°N, 88.37°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,287 km
799 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 Chandannagar
- Shyamnagar441,956 people · ~3 km away
- Bhātpāra483,129 people · ~3 km away
- Bhadreswar121,662 people · ~5 km away
- Hugli177,005 people · ~6 km away
- Naihāti253,221 people · ~6 km away
- Shrīrāmpur226,317 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chandannagar?
Chandannagar has a population of 180,623 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #278 biggest city in India.
What region is Chandannagar in?
Chandannagar is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Chandannagar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,287 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.