Padam Population 2026
Padam has a population of 25,000, making it the #2397 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Ladakh. It is about 508× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,000
Rank in India
#2397
Coordinates
33.47°N, 76.88°E
~3,560 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
540 km
335 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ladakh
Cities near Padam
FAQ
What is the population of Padam?
Padam has a population of 25,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2397 biggest city in India.
What region is Padam in?
Padam is located in Ladakh, India.
Is Padam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 540 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.