Shella Population 2026
Shella has a population of 54,039, making it the #1016 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Meghalaya. It is about 235× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,039
Rank in India
#1016
Coordinates
25.18°N, 91.64°E
~63 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,480 km
919 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Meghalaya
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Shillong | 143,229 | #368 |
| Tura | 74,858 | #704 |
| Mawlai-Mawïong | 55,012 | #993 |
| Nongthymmai | 38,004 | #1500 |
| Mankāchar | 31,091 | #1869 |
| Nongstoin | 28,742 | #2049 |
| Jowai | 28,430 | #2079 |
| Laitumkhrah | 27,219 | #2173 |
Cities near Shella
- Shillong143,229 people · ~50 km away
- Nongthymmai38,004 people · ~51 km away
- Laitumkhrah27,219 people · ~51 km away
- Nongstoin28,742 people · ~53 km away
- Mawlai-Mawïong55,012 people · ~55 km away
- Jowai28,430 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shella?
Shella has a population of 54,039 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1016 biggest city in India.
What region is Shella in?
Shella is located in Meghalaya, India.
Is Shella the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,480 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.