Periyakulam Population 2026
Periyakulam has a population of 42,976, making it the #1305 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 295× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,976
Rank in India
#1305
Coordinates
10.12°N, 77.54°E
~281 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,057 km
1,277 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 Periyakulam
- Allinagaram94,453 people · ~13 km away
- Kodaikānāl36,501 people · ~14 km away
- Bodināyakkanūr75,680 people · ~25 km away
- Ayakudi27,156 people · ~36 km away
- Palani70,467 people · ~37 km away
- Marayur25,000 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Periyakulam?
Periyakulam has a population of 42,976 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1305 biggest city in India.
What region is Periyakulam in?
Periyakulam is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Periyakulam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,057 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.