Virudhachalam Population 2026
Virudhachalam has a population of 73,585, making it the #718 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 172× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,585
Rank in India
#718
Coordinates
11.51°N, 79.33°E
~41 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,915 km
1,189 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 Virudhachalam
- Vriddhāchalam61,498 people · ~1 km away
- Ulundurpet23,734 people · ~20 km away
- Neyveli179,150 people · ~21 km away
- Jayamkondacholapuram33,945 people · ~34 km away
- Chidambaram62,153 people · ~42 km away
- Kallakurichi1,682,687 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Virudhachalam?
Virudhachalam has a population of 73,585 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #718 biggest city in India.
What region is Virudhachalam in?
Virudhachalam is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Virudhachalam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,915 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.