Surat, Gujarat
Surat: Located in the western state of Gujarat, this major Indian city is a diamond processing and trading hub, earning it the nickname "Diamond City.
About
Quick Facts about Surat
| Population | 5,935,000 |
| Country | Company rule in Ind, Mughal Empire, British India, Portuguese Empire, India |
| State | Gujarat (India) |
| County | Sūrat |
| Postal code | 394 XXX , 395 XXX |
| Phone Area Codes | 261 |
| Area | 327 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 21.1959,72.8302 |
| Altitude | 43 feet / 13 meters |
| Capital city | Surat is capital of Choryasi Taluka, Surat City Taluka, Surat district |
| Time Zone | UTC+05:30 |
| Local time | 21:41:51 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Surat is located at 21°11'45"N 72°49'49"E (21.1959400, 72.8302300).
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Official website of Surat
Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 2,811,614 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,467,797 | 37.07% | census |
| 2016 | 5,935,000 | 24.72% | census |
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