Phulbāni Population 2026
Phulbāni has a population of 37,371, making it the #1540 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. It is about 340× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,371
Rank in India
#1540
Coordinates
20.48°N, 84.23°E
~482 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,150 km
714 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Odisha
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Nowrangapur | 1,220,946 | #38 |
| Bhubaneswar | 885,363 | #64 |
| Cuttack | 610,189 | #82 |
| Brahmapur | 356,598 | #138 |
| Rourkela | 273,317 | #190 |
| Raurkela Industrial Township | 216,410 | #235 |
| Puri | 200,564 | #250 |
| Sambalpur | 189,366 | #265 |
Cities near Phulbāni
FAQ
What is the population of Phulbāni?
Phulbāni has a population of 37,371 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1540 biggest city in India.
What region is Phulbāni in?
Phulbāni is located in Odisha, India.
Is Phulbāni the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,150 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.