Sambalpur Population 2026
Sambalpur has a population of 189,366, making it the #265 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Odisha. It is about 67× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
189,366
Rank in India
#265
Coordinates
21.47°N, 83.98°E
~152 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,047 km
650 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 |
| Balasore | 144,373 | #366 |
Cities near Sambalpur
- Burla46,698 people · ~12 km away
- Hīrākud30,207 people · ~13 km away
- Brajarajnagar80,403 people · ~40 km away
- Bargarh80,625 people · ~40 km away
- Belpahar38,993 people · ~42 km away
- Jharsuguda97,730 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sambalpur?
Sambalpur has a population of 189,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #265 biggest city in India.
What region is Sambalpur in?
Sambalpur is located in Odisha, India.
Is Sambalpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,047 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.