Gorakhpur Population 2026
Gorakhpur has a population of 1,324,570, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Haryana. Roughly 0.1% of India's population lives here. It is about 9.6× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,324,570
Rank in India
#32
Coordinates
29.45°N, 75.67°E
~218 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
176 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Haryana
Cities near Gorakhpur
FAQ
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur has a population of 1,324,570 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in India.
What region is Gorakhpur in?
Gorakhpur is located in Haryana, India.
Is Gorakhpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 176 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.