Gangtok Population 2026
Gangtok has a population of 100,286, making it the #521 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Sikkim. It is about 127× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,286
Rank in India
#521
Coordinates
27.33°N, 88.61°E
~1,654 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,128 km
700 miles, straight line
Cities near Gangtok
FAQ
What is the population of Gangtok?
Gangtok has a population of 100,286 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #521 biggest city in India.
What region is Gangtok in?
Gangtok is located in Sikkim, India.
Is Gangtok the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,128 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.