Neyveli Population 2026
Neyveli has a population of 179,150, making it the #284 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 71× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
179,150
Rank in India
#284
Coordinates
11.61°N, 79.50°E
~67 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,907 km
1,184 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 Neyveli
- Virudhachalam73,585 people · ~21 km away
- Vriddhāchalam61,498 people · ~22 km away
- Ulundurpet23,734 people · ~25 km away
- Chidambaram62,153 people · ~31 km away
- Cuddalore173,636 people · ~33 km away
- Villupuram97,380 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Neyveli?
Neyveli has a population of 179,150 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #284 biggest city in India.
What region is Neyveli in?
Neyveli is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Neyveli the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,907 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.