Jorhat Population 2026
Jorhat has a population of 126,736, making it the #410 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Assam. It is about 100× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
126,736
Rank in India
#410
Coordinates
26.76°N, 94.20°E
~94 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,684 km
1,046 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Assam
Cities near Jorhat
- Mariāni23,640 people · ~16 km away
- Titabor Town17,920 people · ~18 km away
- Dergaon20,059 people · ~24 km away
- Golāghāt41,989 people · ~37 km away
- Sibsāgar62,104 people · ~50 km away
- North Lakhimpur59,841 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jorhat?
Jorhat has a population of 126,736 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #410 biggest city in India.
What region is Jorhat in?
Jorhat is located in Assam, India.
Is Jorhat the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,684 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.