Kanpur, India
Major city · Population 2.8M
Kanpur is the 11th largest city in India with a population of approximately 2,823,249 people as of 2026. This makes it the 125th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.20% of India's total population of 1.42B. Kanpur is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 25.6°C with 1,037 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 137 meters above sea level.
Population
2,823,249
Global Rank
#125
Country Rank
#11
% of India
0.20%
Avg Temperature
25.6°C
Annual Rainfall
1,037 mm
Elevation
137 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Kanpur on the Map
Climate in Kanpur
Kanpur's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 294 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,417,492,000
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 Kanpur with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Unnāo | 161,671 | 16 km |
| Lucknow | 2,472,011 | 71 km |
| Fatehpur | 166,480 | 76 km |
| Raebareli | 186,433 | 92 km |
| Orai | 158,265 | 104 km |
| Hardoī | 122,635 | 106 km |
| Bānda | 152,218 | 110 km |
| Sītāpur | 164,435 | 126 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kanpur?
The population of Kanpur, India is approximately 2,823,249 people, making it the 125th largest city in the world and the 11th largest in India.
Is Kanpur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Kanpur is the 11th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Kanpur?
Kanpur has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C and receives 1,037 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Kanpur in?
Kanpur is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.