Thanjavur Population 2026
Thanjavur has a population of 291,067, making it the #177 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 44× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
291,067
Rank in India
#177
Coordinates
10.79°N, 79.14°E
~57 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,993 km
1,238 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 Thanjavur
- Nānjikkottai32,689 people · ~6 km away
- Kumbakonam167,155 people · ~34 km away
- Tuvāgudi38,887 people · ~35 km away
- Mannargudi66,999 people · ~37 km away
- Ariyalūr29,144 people · ~40 km away
- Koothanallur25,423 people · ~42 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Thanjavur?
Thanjavur has a population of 291,067 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #177 biggest city in India.
What region is Thanjavur in?
Thanjavur is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Thanjavur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,993 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.