Mawlai-Mawïong Population 2026
Mawlai-Mawïong has a population of 55,012, making it the #993 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Meghalaya. It is about 231× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,012
Rank in India
#993
Coordinates
25.62°N, 91.88°E
~1,216 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,488 km
924 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Meghalaya
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Shillong | 143,229 | #368 |
| Tura | 74,858 | #704 |
| Shella | 54,039 | #1016 |
| Nongthymmai | 38,004 | #1500 |
| Mankāchar | 31,091 | #1869 |
| Nongstoin | 28,742 | #2049 |
| Jowai | 28,430 | #2079 |
| Laitumkhrah | 27,219 | #2173 |
Cities near Mawlai-Mawïong
- Shillong143,229 people · ~6 km away
- Laitumkhrah27,219 people · ~6 km away
- Nongthymmai38,004 people · ~7 km away
- Nongpoh17,055 people · ~31 km away
- Jowai28,430 people · ~37 km away
- Shella54,039 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mawlai-Mawïong?
Mawlai-Mawïong has a population of 55,012 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #993 biggest city in India.
What region is Mawlai-Mawïong in?
Mawlai-Mawïong is located in Meghalaya, India.
Is Mawlai-Mawïong the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,488 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.