Kharagpur Population 2026
Kharagpur has a population of 219,665, making it the #232 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 58× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
219,665
Rank in India
#232
Coordinates
22.34°N, 87.33°E
~42 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,231 km
764 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Bengal
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 4,631,392 | #7 |
| Howrah | 1,027,672 | #52 |
| Durgapur | 518,872 | #97 |
| Siliguri | 515,574 | #100 |
| Āsansol | 504,271 | #103 |
| Bhātpāra | 483,129 | #108 |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | #116 |
| Shyamnagar | 441,956 | #118 |
Cities near Kharagpur
FAQ
What is the population of Kharagpur?
Kharagpur has a population of 219,665 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #232 biggest city in India.
What region is Kharagpur in?
Kharagpur is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Kharagpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,231 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.