Malegaon Population 2026
Malegaon has a population of 481,228, making it the #109 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Maharashtra. It is about 26× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
481,228
Rank in India
#109
Coordinates
20.55°N, 74.53°E
~432 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
937 km
582 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maharashtra
Cities near Malegaon
FAQ
What is the population of Malegaon?
Malegaon has a population of 481,228 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #109 biggest city in India.
What region is Malegaon in?
Malegaon is located in Maharashtra, India.
Is Malegaon the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 937 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.