Kolhāpur Population 2026
Kolhāpur has a population of 549,236, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Maharashtra. It is about 23× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
549,236
Rank in India
#91
Coordinates
16.70°N, 74.23°E
~559 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,361 km
845 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maharashtra
Cities near Kolhāpur
- Kabnur38,146 people · ~22 km away
- Ichalkaranji287,353 people · ~24 km away
- Ashta37,105 people · ~34 km away
- Jaisingpur48,510 people · ~35 km away
- Shahuwadi180,322 people · ~39 km away
- Sāngli601,214 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kolhāpur?
Kolhāpur has a population of 549,236 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in India.
What region is Kolhāpur in?
Kolhāpur is located in Maharashtra, India.
Is Kolhāpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,361 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.