Imphal Population 2026
Imphal has a population of 277,196, making it the #187 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Manipur. It is about 46× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
277,196
Rank in India
#187
Coordinates
24.81°N, 93.94°E
~784 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,713 km
1,064 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Manipur
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Churāchāndpur | 47,774 | #1162 |
| Thoubāl | 45,947 | #1220 |
| Kakching | 32,138 | #1810 |
| Ukhrul | 27,187 | #2177 |
| Keirao Bitra | 24,900 | #2414 |
| Mayāng Imphāl | 24,239 | #2476 |
| Nambol | 22,512 | #2667 |
| Moirāng | 19,893 | #2964 |
Cities near Imphal
- Keirao Bitra24,900 people · ~11 km away
- Samurou16,582 people · ~13 km away
- Nambol22,512 people · ~18 km away
- Thoubāl45,947 people · ~20 km away
- Mayāng Imphāl24,239 people · ~23 km away
- Kakching32,138 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Imphal?
Imphal has a population of 277,196 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #187 biggest city in India.
What region is Imphal in?
Imphal is located in Manipur, India.
Is Imphal the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,713 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.