Gwalior, India
Major city · Population 1.1M
Gwalior is the 52nd largest city in India with a population of approximately 1,054,420 people as of 2026. This makes it the 499th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.07% of India's total population of 1.45B. Gwalior is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 25.5°C with 1,250 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 221 meters above sea level.
Population
1,054,420
Global Rank
#499
Country Rank
#52
% of India
0.07%
Avg Temperature
25.5°C
Annual Rainfall
1,250 mm
Elevation
221 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Gwalior on the Map
Climate in Gwalior
Gwalior's warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Sep with 392 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,450,935,791
Capital
New Delhi
Region
Southern Asia
Major Cities
532
GDP per Capita
$2,695
Life Expectancy
72.0 years
Urban Population
35.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in India
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Gwalior with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morena | 200,482 | 35 km |
| Dhaulpur | 133,075 | 59 km |
| Datia | 100,284 | 68 km |
| Bhind | 197,585 | 72 km |
| Jhānsi | 412,927 | 95 km |
| Shivpuri | 179,977 | 103 km |
| Etāwah | 257,448 | 104 km |
| Fīrozābād | 306,409 | 105 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gwalior?
The population of Gwalior, India is approximately 1,054,420 people, making it the 499th largest city in the world and the 52nd largest in India.
Is Gwalior the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Gwalior is the 52nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Gwalior?
Gwalior has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C and receives 1,250 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Gwalior in?
Gwalior is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.