Shāhjānpur Population 2026
Shāhjānpur has a population of 320,434, making it the #151 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Uttar Pradesh. It is about 40× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
320,434
Rank in India
#151
Coordinates
27.88°N, 79.91°E
~158 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
276 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Uttar Pradesh
Cities near Shāhjānpur
FAQ
What is the population of Shāhjānpur?
Shāhjānpur has a population of 320,434 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #151 biggest city in India.
What region is Shāhjānpur in?
Shāhjānpur is located in Uttar Pradesh, India.
Is Shāhjānpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 276 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.