Dehradun Population 2026
Dehradun has a population of 522,081, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Uttarakhand. It is about 24× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
522,081
Rank in India
#95
Coordinates
30.32°N, 78.03°E
~664 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
205 km
127 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Uttarakhand
Cities near Dehradun
- Rāipur27,702 people · ~6 km away
- Clement Town20,806 people · ~7 km away
- Mussoorie25,753 people · ~15 km away
- Rishīkesh66,390 people · ~35 km away
- Pāonta Sāhib25,183 people · ~41 km away
- Tehri27,611 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dehradun?
Dehradun has a population of 522,081 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in India.
What region is Dehradun in?
Dehradun is located in Uttarakhand, India.
Is Dehradun the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 205 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.