Haldia Population 2026
Haldia has a population of 170,695, making it the #302 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 74× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
170,695
Rank in India
#302
Coordinates
22.06°N, 88.11°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,315 km
817 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 Haldia
- Monoharpur23,362 people · ~6 km away
- Tamlūk48,646 people · ~33 km away
- Uluberiya235,345 people · ~46 km away
- Baruipur53,128 people · ~47 km away
- Budge Budge76,837 people · ~48 km away
- Contai88,702 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Haldia?
Haldia has a population of 170,695 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #302 biggest city in India.
What region is Haldia in?
Haldia is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Haldia the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,315 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.