Kushinagar Population 2026
Kushinagar has a population of 274,403, making it the #189 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Uttar Pradesh. It is about 46× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
274,403
Rank in India
#189
Coordinates
26.74°N, 83.89°E
~72 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
689 km
428 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Uttar Pradesh
Cities near Kushinagar
FAQ
What is the population of Kushinagar?
Kushinagar has a population of 274,403 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #189 biggest city in India.
What region is Kushinagar in?
Kushinagar is located in Uttar Pradesh, India.
Is Kushinagar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 689 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.