Kurseong Population 2026
Kurseong has a population of 46,427, making it the #1206 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 273× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,427
Rank in India
#1206
Coordinates
26.88°N, 88.28°E
~1,501 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,105 km
686 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 Kurseong
- Dārjiling123,797 people · ~17 km away
- Bagdogra17,372 people · ~21 km away
- Naksalbāri57,283 people · ~23 km away
- Siliguri515,574 people · ~24 km away
- Kālimpong43,000 people · ~39 km away
- Thākurganj18,348 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kurseong?
Kurseong has a population of 46,427 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1206 biggest city in India.
What region is Kurseong in?
Kurseong is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Kurseong the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,105 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.