Puri Population 2026
Puri has a population of 200,564, making it the #250 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. It is about 63× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
200,564
Rank in India
#250
Coordinates
19.80°N, 85.82°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,312 km
815 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 |
| Sambalpur | 189,366 | #265 |
| Balasore | 144,373 | #366 |
Cities near Puri
FAQ
What is the population of Puri?
Puri has a population of 200,564 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #250 biggest city in India.
What region is Puri in?
Puri is located in Odisha, India.
Is Puri the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,312 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.