Rājkot, India
Major city · Population 1.4M
Rājkot is the 30th largest city in India with a population of approximately 1,390,640 people as of 2026. This makes it the 355th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.10% of India's total population of 1.45B. Rājkot is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.9°C with 1,372 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 138 meters above sea level.
Population
1,390,640
Global Rank
#355
Country Rank
#30
% of India
0.10%
Avg Temperature
26.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,372 mm
Elevation
138 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Rājkot on the Map
Climate in Rājkot
Rājkot's warmest month is May and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Jul with 537 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 Rājkot with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gondal | 112,197 | 37 km |
| Morvi | 210,451 | 59 km |
| Jetpur | 118,302 | 62 km |
| Jamnagar | 600,943 | 77 km |
| Amreli | 117,967 | 88 km |
| Botad | 130,327 | 91 km |
| Jūnāgadh | 319,462 | 92 km |
| Surendranagar | 179,628 | 100 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Rājkot?
The population of Rājkot, India is approximately 1,390,640 people, making it the 355th largest city in the world and the 30th largest in India.
Is Rājkot the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Rājkot is the 30th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Rājkot?
Rājkot has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C and receives 1,372 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Rājkot in?
Rājkot is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.