Kolkata, India
Major city · Population 4.6M
Kolkata is the 7th largest city in India with a population of approximately 4,631,392 people as of 2026. This makes it the 65th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.32% of India's total population of 1.45B. Kolkata is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.3°C with 2,154 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 11 meters above sea level.
Population
4,631,392
Global Rank
#65
Country Rank
#7
% of India
0.32%
Avg Temperature
26.3°C
Annual Rainfall
2,154 mm
Elevation
11 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Kolkata on the Map
Climate in Kolkata
Kolkata's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 558 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 Kolkata with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howrah | 1,027,672 | 5 km |
| Baranagar | 260,072 | 9 km |
| Bāli | 296,973 | 10 km |
| Dam Dam | 122,719 | 10 km |
| Kāmārhāti | 332,965 | 12 km |
| Maheshtala | 448,317 | 13 km |
| Pānihāti | 378,705 | 14 km |
| Rajpur Sonarpur | 424,368 | 16 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kolkata?
The population of Kolkata, India is approximately 4,631,392 people, making it the 65th largest city in the world and the 7th largest in India.
Is Kolkata the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Kolkata is the 7th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Kolkata?
Kolkata has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C and receives 2,154 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Kolkata in?
Kolkata is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.