Cumbum Population 2026
Cumbum has a population of 68,090, making it the #777 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 186× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,090
Rank in India
#777
Coordinates
9.74°N, 77.28°E
~417 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,100 km
1,304 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tamil Nadu
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai | 4,681,087 | #6 |
| Coimbatore | 2,136,916 | #14 |
| Kallakurichi | 1,682,687 | #22 |
| Madurai | 1,465,625 | #25 |
| Tirunelveli | 1,435,844 | #26 |
| Tiruchirappalli | 1,022,518 | #54 |
| Tiruppur | 963,173 | #58 |
| Salem | 917,414 | #62 |
Cities near Cumbum
- Gudalur47,419 people · ~8 km away
- Bodināyakkanūr75,680 people · ~31 km away
- Allinagaram94,453 people · ~39 km away
- Rajapalayam130,442 people · ~43 km away
- Srivilliputhur75,396 people · ~46 km away
- Munnar68,000 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cumbum?
Cumbum has a population of 68,090 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #777 biggest city in India.
What region is Cumbum in?
Cumbum is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Cumbum the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,100 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.