Kharagpur Population 2026
Kharagpur has a population of 31,385, making it the #1850 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Bihar. It is about 404× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,385
Rank in India
#1850
Coordinates
25.12°N, 86.56°E
~57 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,004 km
623 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bihar
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | 1,684,297 | #21 |
| Gaya | 474,093 | #110 |
| Bhāgalpur | 400,146 | #126 |
| Muzaffarpur | 354,462 | #139 |
| Bihār Sharīf | 297,268 | #166 |
| Darbhanga | 296,039 | #169 |
| Purnia | 282,248 | #186 |
| Arrah | 261,430 | #196 |
Cities near Kharagpur
- Jamālpur105,434 people · ~22 km away
- Sultānganj52,892 people · ~22 km away
- Munger213,303 people · ~29 km away
- Gogri Jamālpur37,753 people · ~34 km away
- Amarpur25,336 people · ~36 km away
- Jamūī87,357 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kharagpur?
Kharagpur has a population of 31,385 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1850 biggest city in India.
What region is Kharagpur in?
Kharagpur is located in Bihar, India.
Is Kharagpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,004 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.