Hosūr Population 2026
Hosūr has a population of 229,528, making it the #221 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 55× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
229,528
Rank in India
#221
Coordinates
12.74°N, 77.83°E
~871 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,767 km
1,097 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 Hosūr
- Mūkondapalli39,245 people · ~4 km away
- Jūjūvādi32,474 people · ~6 km away
- Anekal44,260 people · ~15 km away
- Hebbagodi34,827 people · ~19 km away
- Electronic City Phase I76,348 people · ~23 km away
- Denkanikota24,252 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hosūr?
Hosūr has a population of 229,528 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #221 biggest city in India.
What region is Hosūr in?
Hosūr is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Hosūr the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,767 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.