Howrah Population 2026
Howrah has a population of 1,027,672, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. Roughly 0.1% of India's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,027,672
Rank in India
#52
Coordinates
22.58°N, 88.32°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,300 km
807 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Bengal
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 4,631,392 | #7 |
| Durgapur | 518,872 | #97 |
| 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 Howrah
FAQ
What is the population of Howrah?
Howrah has a population of 1,027,672 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in India.
What region is Howrah in?
Howrah is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Howrah the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,300 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.