Cheyyar Population 2026
Cheyyar has a population of 37,802, making it the #1516 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 336× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,802
Rank in India
#1516
Coordinates
12.66°N, 79.54°E
~99 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,791 km
1,112 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 Cheyyar
- Vandavāsi31,530 people · ~19 km away
- Uttiramerūr25,194 people · ~24 km away
- Kanchipuram221,715 people · ~26 km away
- Arni63,671 people · ~28 km away
- Walajapet47,498 people · ~35 km away
- Arcot55,955 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cheyyar?
Cheyyar has a population of 37,802 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1516 biggest city in India.
What region is Cheyyar in?
Cheyyar is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Cheyyar the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,791 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.