Kolkata Population 2026
Kolkata has a population of 4,631,392, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in West Bengal. Roughly 0.3% of India's population lives here. It is about 2.7× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
4,631,392
Rank in India
#7
Coordinates
22.56°N, 88.36°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,304 km
810 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Bengal
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Howrah | 1,027,672 | #52 |
| Durgapur | 518,872 | #97 |
| Siliguri | 515,574 | #100 |
| Āsansol | 504,271 | #103 |
| Bhātpāra | 483,129 | #108 |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | #116 |
| Shyamnagar | 441,956 | #118 |
| Rajpur Sonarpur | 424,368 | #121 |
Cities near Kolkata
FAQ
What is the population of Kolkata?
Kolkata has a population of 4,631,392 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in India.
What region is Kolkata in?
Kolkata is located in West Bengal, India.
Is Kolkata the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,304 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.