Rāyagada Population 2026
Rāyagada has a population of 71,208, making it the #739 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. It is about 178× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,208
Rank in India
#739
Coordinates
19.17°N, 83.41°E
~229 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,225 km
761 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 Rāyagada
FAQ
What is the population of Rāyagada?
Rāyagada has a population of 71,208 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #739 biggest city in India.
What region is Rāyagada in?
Rāyagada is located in Odisha, India.
Is Rāyagada the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,225 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.