Jharsuguda Population 2026
Jharsuguda has a population of 97,730, making it the #538 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. It is about 130× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
97,730
Rank in India
#538
Coordinates
21.86°N, 84.01°E
~223 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,016 km
631 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Odisha
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Nowrangapur | 1,220,946 | #38 |
| Bhubaneswar | 885,363 | #64 |
| Cuttack | 610,189 | #82 |
| Brahmapur | 356,598 | #138 |
| Rourkela | 273,317 | #190 |
| Raurkela Industrial Township | 216,410 | #235 |
| Puri | 200,564 | #250 |
| Sambalpur | 189,366 | #265 |
Cities near Jharsuguda
- Brajarajnagar80,403 people · ~10 km away
- Belpahar38,993 people · ~17 km away
- Sundergarh45,036 people · ~29 km away
- Kuchinda15,576 people · ~37 km away
- Hīrākud30,207 people · ~39 km away
- Burla46,698 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jharsuguda?
Jharsuguda has a population of 97,730 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #538 biggest city in India.
What region is Jharsuguda in?
Jharsuguda is located in Odisha, India.
Is Jharsuguda the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,016 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.