Shillong Population 2026
Shillong has a population of 143,229, making it the #368 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Meghalaya. It is about 89× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
143,229
Rank in India
#368
Coordinates
25.57°N, 91.88°E
~1,507 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,490 km
925 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Meghalaya
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Tura | 74,858 | #704 |
| Mawlai-Mawïong | 55,012 | #993 |
| Shella | 54,039 | #1016 |
| Nongthymmai | 38,004 | #1500 |
| Mankāchar | 31,091 | #1869 |
| Nongstoin | 28,742 | #2049 |
| Jowai | 28,430 | #2079 |
| Laitumkhrah | 27,219 | #2173 |
Cities near Shillong
- Laitumkhrah27,219 people · ~1 km away
- Nongthymmai38,004 people · ~2 km away
- Mawlai-Mawïong55,012 people · ~6 km away
- Jowai28,430 people · ~34 km away
- Nongpoh17,055 people · ~37 km away
- Shella54,039 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shillong?
Shillong has a population of 143,229 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #368 biggest city in India.
What region is Shillong in?
Shillong is located in Meghalaya, India.
Is Shillong the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,490 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.