Durgapur Population 2026
Durgapur has a population of 518,872, making it the #97 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 24× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
518,872
Rank in India
#97
Coordinates
23.52°N, 87.31°E
~100 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,156 km
718 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Bengal
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 4,631,392 | #7 |
| Howrah | 1,027,672 | #52 |
| Siliguri | 515,574 | #100 |
| Āsansol | 504,271 | #103 |
| Bhātpāra | 483,129 | #108 |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | #116 |
| Shyamnagar | 441,956 | #118 |
| Rajpur Sonarpur | 424,368 | #121 |
Cities near Durgapur
FAQ
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a population of 518,872 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #97 biggest city in India.
What region is Durgapur in?
Durgapur is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Durgapur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,156 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.