Pugalūr Population 2026
Pugalūr has a population of 23,408, making it the #2565 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 542× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,408
Rank in India
#2565
Coordinates
11.07°N, 78.02°E
~132 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,953 km
1,213 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 Pugalūr
- Karur234,191 people · ~14 km away
- Tāndoni53,854 people · ~18 km away
- Nāmakkal55,997 people · ~23 km away
- Tiruchengode95,335 people · ~37 km away
- Pallappatti30,624 people · ~42 km away
- Pallipalayam40,140 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pugalūr?
Pugalūr has a population of 23,408 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2565 biggest city in India.
What region is Pugalūr in?
Pugalūr is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Pugalūr the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,953 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.