Largest Cities in Uttarakhand: Population, Area, Facts

Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal) is a state in India, bordered by China to the north and Nepal to the east, as well as the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh. This state has a total of 13 districts, the state is the 18th most extensive (53,484 km²) and the 19th most populous (10.11 million inhabitants).

Rank	City Name	Population	Area (km²)	Density ( inhabitants/km²)	District
1	Dehradun	706,124	102	6,870	Dehradun
2	Haridwar	310,796	42	7,398	Haridwar
3	Roorkee	238,422	22	10,531	Roorkee
4	Haldwani	232,095	10	21,875	Haldwani
5	Rudrapur	154,554	12	12,434	Rudrapur
6	Kashipur	121,623	5	22,275	Udham Singh Nagar
7	Rishikesh	102,469	13	7,534	Dehradun
8	Pithoragarh	56,044	9	6,227	Himalayan
9	Ramnagar	54,787	2.4	22,639	Nainital
10	Kichha	53,357	8.7	6,077	Udham Singh Nagar
11	Manglaur	52,971	1.3	40,129	Haridwar
12	Jaspur	50,523	4	12,567	Udham Singh Nagar
13	Kotdwara	43,872	8.2	5,298	Pauri Garhwal
14	Nainital	42,775	11	3,646	Nainital
15	Almora	40,679	20	2,033	Almora
16	Mussoorie	33,657	67	497	Dehradun
17	Sitarganj	29,965	2	14,982	Bazpur
18	Bazpur	25,524	2.4	10,635	Udham Singh Nagar
19	Pauri	25,440	42	605	Pauri Garhwal
20	Tehri	24,014	37	648	Tehri Garhwal
21	Nagla	22,258	28	794	Udham Singh Nagar
22	Laksar	21,760	5	4,352	Udham Singh Nagar
23	Chamoli Gopeshwar	21,447	15	1,427	Chamoli
24	Umru Khurd	20,593			Udham Singh Nagar
25	Srinagar	20,115	9	2,235	Garhwal

Dehradun:

The capital and largest city of Uttarakhand, Dehradun spans 102 km² and houses a population of 706,124. Nestled in the Doon Valley, it is known for its pleasant climate, educational institutions, and proximity to the Himalayas.

Haridwar

Haridwar, the second-largest city of Uttarakhand, is a major pilgrimage destination. It attracts millions for its spiritual significance, including the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri and the Kumbh Mela, blending vibrant culture with history.

Roorkee

Roorkee, the third-largest city, is a hub of education and innovation, home to the prestigious IIT Roorkee. It boasts historical engineering achievements, including India’s first aqueduct and bridges over the Ganga Canal.

Haldwani

The fourth-largest city, Haldwani, is often called the “Gateway to Kumaon.” Known for its bustling markets and strategic location, it connects the plains to the Himalayan region, serving as a key transit and trade point.

Interesting Facts about cities of Uttarakhand

• Dehradun, Also called the “School Capital of India” because of the many prestigious educational institutions it hosts, such as Doon School and Welham Girls’ School.
• The Kumbh Mela, which is held every 12 years, attracts millions of pilgrims in Haridwar and is one of the largest gatherings on Earth.
• Nainital is called the “Lake District of India” because of its many lakes, with Naini Lake being the most famous.
• Mussoorie, famously known as the “Queen of Hills,” was the favorite summer destination for people during the British time. It is the abode of the famous writer, Ruskin Bond.
• Rishikesh, famous for being the “Yoga Capital of the World,” attracts the global audience of spiritualists and yogis.
• Rudraprayag, the home of the legendary man-eating leopard, killed by Jim Corbett.