Nerkunram Population 2026
Nerkunram has a population of 59,790, making it the #898 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 212× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,790
Rank in India
#898
Coordinates
13.06°N, 80.21°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,758 km
1,092 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 Nerkunram
- Maduravoyal86,195 people · ~5 km away
- Ambattur466,205 people · ~7 km away
- Mugalivakkam25,117 people · ~7 km away
- Chennai4,681,087 people · ~8 km away
- Madhavaram119,105 people · ~10 km away
- Poonamalle60,607 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nerkunram?
Nerkunram has a population of 59,790 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #898 biggest city in India.
What region is Nerkunram in?
Nerkunram is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Nerkunram the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,758 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.