Surat Population 2026
Surat has a population of 4,591,246, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Gujarat. Roughly 0.3% of India's population lives here. It is about 2.8× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
4,591,246
Rank in India
#8
Coordinates
21.20°N, 72.83°E
~20 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
936 km
581 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gujarat
Cities near Surat
FAQ
What is the population of Surat?
Surat has a population of 4,591,246 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in India.
What region is Surat in?
Surat is located in Gujarat, India.
Is Surat the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 936 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.