Vijayawada, India
Major city · Population 1.1M
Vijayawada is the 46th largest city in India with a population of approximately 1,143,232 people as of 2026. This makes it the 464th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.08% of India's total population of 1.42B. Vijayawada is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 28.6°C with 1,825 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 28 meters above sea level.
Population
1,143,232
Global Rank
#464
Country Rank
#46
% of India
0.08%
Avg Temperature
28.6°C
Annual Rainfall
1,825 mm
Elevation
28 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Vijayawada on the Map
Climate in Vijayawada
Vijayawada's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 376 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 Vijayawada with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalagiri | 107,197 | 12 km |
| Amaravati | 103,000 | 14 km |
| Thenali | 164,937 | 29 km |
| Guntur | 670,073 | 31 km |
| Gudivāda | 118,167 | 38 km |
| Eluru | 218,020 | 54 km |
| Machilīpatnam | 192,827 | 63 km |
| Chilakalūrupet | 101,398 | 69 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Vijayawada?
The population of Vijayawada, India is approximately 1,143,232 people, making it the 464th largest city in the world and the 46th largest in India.
Is Vijayawada the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Vijayawada is the 46th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Vijayawada?
Vijayawada has an average annual temperature of 28.6°C and receives 1,825 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Vijayawada in?
Vijayawada is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.