Dhanbad Population 2026
Dhanbad has a population of 1,196,214, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Jharkhand. Roughly 0.1% of India's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,196,214
Rank in India
#41
Coordinates
23.80°N, 86.43°E
~247 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,064 km
661 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jharkhand
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Jamshedpur | 1,339,438 | #31 |
| Ranchi | 1,120,374 | #46 |
| Bokāro | 564,319 | #88 |
| Mango | 223,805 | #227 |
| Deoghar | 203,123 | #247 |
| Phusro | 185,555 | #269 |
| Bhetia | 174,355 | #292 |
| Hazāribāgh | 153,595 | #339 |
Cities near Dhanbad
FAQ
What is the population of Dhanbad?
Dhanbad has a population of 1,196,214 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in India.
What region is Dhanbad in?
Dhanbad is located in Jharkhand, India.
Is Dhanbad the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,064 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.