Anantapur Population 2026
Anantapur has a population of 267,161, making it the #192 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Andhra Pradesh. It is about 48× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
267,161
Rank in India
#192
Coordinates
14.68°N, 77.61°E
~350 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,551 km
963 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Andhra Pradesh
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Rasapūdipalem | 1,728,128 | #19 |
| Vijayawada | 1,143,232 | #45 |
| Visakhapatnam | 1,063,178 | #49 |
| Guntur | 670,073 | #76 |
| Nellore | 547,621 | #92 |
| Kurnool | 460,184 | #113 |
| Kākināda | 384,182 | #128 |
| Rajamahendravaram | 376,333 | #131 |
Cities near Anantapur
- Dharmavaram121,874 people · ~32 km away
- Gooty48,658 people · ~49 km away
- Tadpatri108,171 people · ~50 km away
- Guntakal126,270 people · ~61 km away
- Penukonda20,220 people · ~66 km away
- Pulivendla65,706 people · ~72 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Anantapur?
Anantapur has a population of 267,161 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #192 biggest city in India.
What region is Anantapur in?
Anantapur is located in Andhra Pradesh, India.
Is Anantapur the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,551 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.