Ranchi Population 2026
Ranchi has a population of 1,120,374, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Jharkhand. Roughly 0.1% of India's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,120,374
Rank in India
#46
Coordinates
23.34°N, 85.31°E
~643 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
999 km
620 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jharkhand
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Jamshedpur | 1,339,438 | #31 |
| Dhanbad | 1,196,214 | #41 |
| Bokāro | 564,319 | #88 |
| Mango | 223,805 | #227 |
| Deoghar | 203,123 | #247 |
| Phusro | 185,555 | #269 |
| Bhetia | 174,355 | #292 |
| Hazāribāgh | 153,595 | #339 |
Cities near Ranchi
FAQ
What is the population of Ranchi?
Ranchi has a population of 1,120,374 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in India.
What region is Ranchi in?
Ranchi is located in Jharkhand, India.
Is Ranchi the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 999 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.