Kumbakonam Population 2026
Kumbakonam has a population of 167,155, making it the #310 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 76× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
167,155
Rank in India
#310
Coordinates
10.96°N, 79.39°E
~31 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,977 km
1,228 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 Kumbakonam
- Kuthalam16,125 people · ~22 km away
- Jayamkondacholapuram33,945 people · ~28 km away
- Koothanallur25,423 people · ~30 km away
- Mayiladuthurai86,660 people · ~33 km away
- Mannargudi66,999 people · ~34 km away
- Thanjavur291,067 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kumbakonam?
Kumbakonam has a population of 167,155 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #310 biggest city in India.
What region is Kumbakonam in?
Kumbakonam is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Kumbakonam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,977 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.