Silchar Population 2026
Silchar has a population of 178,865, making it the #285 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Assam. It is about 71× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
178,865
Rank in India
#285
Coordinates
24.83°N, 92.80°E
~24 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,603 km
995 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Assam
Cities near Silchar
- Hailākāndi33,637 people · ~29 km away
- Hāflong43,756 people · ~44 km away
- Karīmganj56,854 people · ~45 km away
- Kolasib25,000 people · ~68 km away
- Tamenglong19,363 people · ~72 km away
- Dharmanagar40,595 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Silchar?
Silchar has a population of 178,865 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #285 biggest city in India.
What region is Silchar in?
Silchar is located in Assam, India.
Is Silchar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,603 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.