Kanayannur Population 2026
Kanayannur has a population of 851,406, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Kerala. Roughly 0.1% of India's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
851,406
Rank in India
#67
Coordinates
9.97°N, 76.27°E
~1 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,077 km
1,290 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kerala
Cities near Kanayannur
- Kochi633,553 people · ~3 km away
- Tripunittura69,390 people · ~8 km away
- Vazhakkala51,242 people · ~8 km away
- Edattala77,811 people · ~16 km away
- Kodungallūr60,190 people · ~31 km away
- Shertallai45,474 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kanayannur?
Kanayannur has a population of 851,406 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in India.
What region is Kanayannur in?
Kanayannur is located in Kerala, India.
Is Kanayannur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,077 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.