Kochi Population 2026
Kochi has a population of 633,553, making it the #80 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Kerala. It is about 20× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
633,553
Rank in India
#80
Coordinates
9.94°N, 76.26°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,080 km
1,292 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kerala
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kanayannur | 851,406 | #67 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 788,271 | #70 |
| Kozhikode | 550,440 | #90 |
| Kollam | 367,107 | #135 |
| Thrissur | 315,957 | #154 |
| Alappuzha | 240,991 | #210 |
| Palakkad | 132,728 | #394 |
| Kanhangad | 125,564 | #415 |
Cities near Kochi
- Kanayannur851,406 people · ~3 km away
- Tripunittura69,390 people · ~8 km away
- Vazhakkala51,242 people · ~11 km away
- Edattala77,811 people · ~19 km away
- Shertallai45,474 people · ~30 km away
- Cherthala45,827 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kochi?
Kochi has a population of 633,553 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #80 biggest city in India.
What region is Kochi in?
Kochi is located in Kerala, India.
Is Kochi the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,080 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.