Kodaikānāl Population 2026
Kodaikānāl has a population of 36,501, making it the #1576 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 348× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,501
Rank in India
#1576
Coordinates
10.24°N, 77.49°E
~2,098 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,044 km
1,269 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 Kodaikānāl
- Periyakulam42,976 people · ~14 km away
- Allinagaram94,453 people · ~24 km away
- Palani70,467 people · ~24 km away
- Ayakudi27,156 people · ~24 km away
- Bodināyakkanūr75,680 people · ~30 km away
- Marayur25,000 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kodaikānāl?
Kodaikānāl has a population of 36,501 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1576 biggest city in India.
What region is Kodaikānāl in?
Kodaikānāl is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Kodaikānāl the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,044 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.