Sankarankovil Population 2026
Sankarankovil has a population of 57,277, making it the #933 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 222× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,277
Rank in India
#933
Coordinates
9.17°N, 77.54°E
~154 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,163 km
1,343 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 Sankarankovil
- Puliyankudi66,034 people · ~16 km away
- Kadayanallur90,364 people · ~24 km away
- Sūrandai35,272 people · ~25 km away
- Rajapalayam130,442 people · ~31 km away
- Thenkasi70,545 people · ~34 km away
- Kovilpatti95,057 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sankarankovil?
Sankarankovil has a population of 57,277 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #933 biggest city in India.
What region is Sankarankovil in?
Sankarankovil is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Sankarankovil the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,163 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.