Cuttack Population 2026
Cuttack has a population of 610,189, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. It is about 21× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
610,189
Rank in India
#82
Coordinates
20.46°N, 85.88°E
~30 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,260 km
782 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Odisha
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Nowrangapur | 1,220,946 | #38 |
| Bhubaneswar | 885,363 | #64 |
| 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 Cuttack
- Choudwar52,999 people · ~9 km away
- Bhubaneswar885,363 people · ~22 km away
- Āthagarh17,304 people · ~27 km away
- Dhenkānāl67,414 people · ~36 km away
- Bānki17,521 people · ~38 km away
- Jagatsinghapur33,631 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cuttack?
Cuttack has a population of 610,189 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in India.
What region is Cuttack in?
Cuttack is located in Odisha, India.
Is Cuttack the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,260 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.