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Cities in Madhya Pradesh: District, Area and Population

Also known as the 'Heart of India', Madhya Pradesh is one of the largest states in the nation. From intricately designed temples to numerous forts and palaces, this state is a treat to the eyes.

Besides, it is home to three UNESCO world heritage sites and is a gala fest for tourists who can indulge in witnessing historic monuments, tribal culture, prehistoric paintings, and so much more.  3 5

Read along to learn more about the major cities in Madhya Pradesh.

List of Cities in Madhya Pradesh

The geographical area of Madhya Pradesh is 3,08,252 square kilometres. Here is a list of cities in Madhya Pradesh to help you find the best place to settle:

Name of the City District Area Population (Subject to Change)
Indore Indore 530 km2 19,64,086
Bhopal Bhopal 837.24 km2 17,98,218
Gwalior Gwalior 289 km2 10,69,276
Jabalpur Jabalpur 263.49 km2 10,55,525
Ujjain Ujjain 152 km2 5,15,215
Dewas Dewas 50 km2 2,89,550
Satna Satna 71 km2 2,80,222
Sagar Sagar 49.763 km2 2,73,296
Ratlam Ratlam 39.19 km2 2,64,914
Rewa Rewa 69 km2 2,35,654
Murwara Katni 68.57 km2 2,21,883
Singrauli Singrauli 2,200 km2 2,20,257
Burhanpur Burhanpur 34.6 km2 2,10,886
Khandwa Khandwa 1670.94 km2 2,00,738
Morena Morena 760 km2 2,00,482

Disclaimer: The data provided for each city can vary according to the sources and is subject to change with time. This is a generalised list of cities with no categorisation. Refer to government sites for more accurate details.

Interesting facts about the cities of Madhya Pradesh

Given below are some of the interesting facts which you should know about the top cities in Madhya Pradesh.

  • Madhya Pradesh is the fifth largest state of India in terms of population, with an area of 308,252 sq. km. It was the largest state in the nation till 2000 when Chhattisgarh was a part of it.
  • The "City of Temples" Ujjain is one of the cities in Madhya Pradesh.
  • Madhya Pradesh is the railway hub that links Southern India with Northern India, where around 425 trains pass the state every day.
  • 21.1% of the total population of the state comprises tribal or Adivasi. It is home to a large number of tribes, such as Bhil, Gond, Korku, Dhar, Bagia and a lot more.
  • Madhya Pradesh consists of the oldest cave collections in the country. The Bhimbetka site is located in the state which is the oldest rock art in India.

FAQs About Cities in Madhya Pradesh

How many major cities are there in Madhya Pradesh?

There are five major cities in Madhya Pradesh, namely Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur and Ujjain.

Which is the largest city in Madhya Pradesh?

Indore is the largest and richest city in the state in terms of per capita income.

Which is the best season to visit the cities in Madhya Pradesh?

October to February, or the winter season, is the best time to visit the cities in Madhya Pradesh. Summers are not really pleasant in the state; however, the rainy season is best for budget travellers.