Cherthala Population 2026
Cherthala has a population of 45,827, making it the #1224 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Kerala. It is about 277× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,827
Rank in India
#1224
Coordinates
9.68°N, 76.34°E
~12 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,108 km
1,309 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kerala
| City | Population | Rank in India |
|---|---|---|
| Kanayannur | 851,406 | #67 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 788,271 | #70 |
| Kochi | 633,553 | #80 |
| Kozhikode | 550,440 | #90 |
| Kollam | 367,107 | #135 |
| Thrissur | 315,957 | #154 |
| Alappuzha | 240,991 | #210 |
| Palakkad | 132,728 | #394 |
Cities near Cherthala
- Shertallai45,474 people · ~1 km away
- Komalapuram47,126 people · ~16 km away
- Alappuzha240,991 people · ~22 km away
- Perumbaikad42,839 people · ~23 km away
- Kottayam55,374 people · ~23 km away
- Ettumānūr40,438 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cherthala?
Cherthala has a population of 45,827 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1224 biggest city in India.
What region is Cherthala in?
Cherthala is located in Kerala, India.
Is Cherthala the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,108 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.