Rajapalayam Population 2026
Rajapalayam has a population of 130,442, making it the #400 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 97× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,442
Rank in India
#400
Coordinates
9.45°N, 77.55°E
~165 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,132 km
1,324 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 Rajapalayam
- Srivilliputhur75,396 people · ~11 km away
- Sivakasi234,704 people · ~27 km away
- Sankarankovil57,277 people · ~31 km away
- Puliyankudi66,034 people · ~35 km away
- Gudalur47,419 people · ~42 km away
- Cumbum68,090 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rajapalayam?
Rajapalayam has a population of 130,442 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #400 biggest city in India.
What region is Rajapalayam in?
Rajapalayam is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Rajapalayam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,132 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.