Wai Population 2026
Wai has a population of 36,025, making it the #1598 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Maharashtra. It is about 352× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,025
Rank in India
#1598
Coordinates
17.95°N, 73.89°E
~710 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,234 km
766 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maharashtra
Cities near Wai
FAQ
What is the population of Wai?
Wai has a population of 36,025 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1598 biggest city in India.
What region is Wai in?
Wai is located in Maharashtra, India.
Is Wai the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,234 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.