Krishnagiri Population 2026
Krishnagiri has a population of 71,323, making it the #737 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 178× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,323
Rank in India
#737
Coordinates
12.52°N, 78.21°E
~492 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,793 km
1,113 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 Krishnagiri
- Pālakkodu20,959 people · ~28 km away
- Tirupattur64,125 people · ~39 km away
- Jalārpet40,959 people · ~39 km away
- Dharmapuri68,619 people · ~44 km away
- Denkanikota24,252 people · ~46 km away
- Vaniyambadi95,061 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Krishnagiri?
Krishnagiri has a population of 71,323 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #737 biggest city in India.
What region is Krishnagiri in?
Krishnagiri is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Krishnagiri the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,793 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.