Bathinda Population 2026
Bathinda has a population of 285,788, making it the #182 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Punjab. It is about 44× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
285,788
Rank in India
#182
Coordinates
30.21°N, 74.94°E
~216 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
282 km
175 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Punjab
Cities near Bathinda
- Mahna27,733 people · ~6 km away
- Giddarbāha45,370 people · ~26 km away
- Jaito37,377 people · ~27 km away
- Rāmpura45,639 people · ~30 km away
- Rampura Phul51,023 people · ~30 km away
- Maur31,849 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bathinda?
Bathinda has a population of 285,788 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #182 biggest city in India.
What region is Bathinda in?
Bathinda is located in Punjab, India.
Is Bathinda the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 282 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.