Tura Population 2026
Tura has a population of 74,858, making it the #704 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Meghalaya. It is about 170× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,858
Rank in India
#704
Coordinates
25.51°N, 90.20°E
~313 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,331 km
827 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Meghalaya
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Shillong | 143,229 | #368 |
| 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 Tura
- Mankāchar31,091 people · ~34 km away
- Williamnagar24,597 people · ~42 km away
- Lakhipur15,633 people · ~58 km away
- Resubelpara19,595 people · ~59 km away
- Dhubri63,388 people · ~60 km away
- Gauripur25,124 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tura?
Tura has a population of 74,858 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #704 biggest city in India.
What region is Tura in?
Tura is located in Meghalaya, India.
Is Tura the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,331 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.