Mettur Population 2026
Mettur has a population of 56,743, making it the #951 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 224× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,743
Rank in India
#951
Coordinates
11.79°N, 77.80°E
~205 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,873 km
1,163 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 Mettur
- Idappadi54,823 people · ~23 km away
- Idangansālai33,245 people · ~27 km away
- Kumarapalayam195,071 people · ~39 km away
- Pennāgaram17,480 people · ~40 km away
- Salem917,414 people · ~41 km away
- Tiruchengode95,335 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mettur?
Mettur has a population of 56,743 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #951 biggest city in India.
What region is Mettur in?
Mettur is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Mettur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,873 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.