Jowai Population 2026
Jowai has a population of 28,430, making it the #2079 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Meghalaya. It is about 446× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,430
Rank in India
#2079
Coordinates
25.44°N, 92.19°E
~1,358 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,524 km
946 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Meghalaya
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Shillong | 143,229 | #368 |
| Tura | 74,858 | #704 |
| Mawlai-Mawïong | 55,012 | #993 |
| Shella | 54,039 | #1016 |
| Nongthymmai | 38,004 | #1500 |
| Mankāchar | 31,091 | #1869 |
| Nongstoin | 28,742 | #2049 |
| Laitumkhrah | 27,219 | #2173 |
Cities near Jowai
- Nongthymmai38,004 people · ~32 km away
- Laitumkhrah27,219 people · ~33 km away
- Shillong143,229 people · ~34 km away
- Mawlai-Mawïong55,012 people · ~37 km away
- Nongpoh17,055 people · ~61 km away
- Shella54,039 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jowai?
Jowai has a population of 28,430 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2079 biggest city in India.
What region is Jowai in?
Jowai is located in Meghalaya, India.
Is Jowai the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,524 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.