Zira Population 2026
Zira has a population of 37,498, making it the #1531 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Punjab. It is about 338× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,498
Rank in India
#1531
Coordinates
30.97°N, 74.99°E
~214 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
338 km
210 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Punjab
Cities near Zira
- Talwandi Bhai17,285 people · ~14 km away
- Mullānwāla16,183 people · ~19 km away
- Dharmkot19,057 people · ~23 km away
- Moga163,397 people · ~24 km away
- Bagha Purana25,206 people · ~33 km away
- Sultanpur16,877 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zira?
Zira has a population of 37,498 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1531 biggest city in India.
What region is Zira in?
Zira is located in Punjab, India.
Is Zira the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 338 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.