Satna Population 2026
Satna has a population of 282,977, making it the #185 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Madhya Pradesh. It is about 45× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
282,977
Rank in India
#185
Coordinates
24.58°N, 80.83°E
~324 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
575 km
357 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Madhya Pradesh
Cities near Satna
FAQ
What is the population of Satna?
Satna has a population of 282,977 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #185 biggest city in India.
What region is Satna in?
Satna is located in Madhya Pradesh, India.
Is Satna the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 575 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.