Murshidābād Population 2026
Murshidābād has a population of 39,557, making it the #1441 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. It is about 321× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,557
Rank in India
#1441
Coordinates
24.18°N, 88.27°E
~25 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,206 km
749 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 Murshidābād
- Baharampur180,547 people · ~9 km away
- Kāndi54,848 people · ~34 km away
- Jangipur82,548 people · ~37 km away
- Rampur Hat53,468 people · ~50 km away
- Kātoya78,408 people · ~62 km away
- Dhuliān77,070 people · ~64 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Murshidābād?
Murshidābād has a population of 39,557 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1441 biggest city in India.
What region is Murshidābād in?
Murshidābād is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Murshidābād the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,206 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.