Dharapuram Population 2026
Dharapuram has a population of 72,291, making it the #730 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 176× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,291
Rank in India
#730
Coordinates
10.74°N, 77.53°E
~250 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,989 km
1,235 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 Dharapuram
- Palani70,467 people · ~32 km away
- Ayakudi27,156 people · ~32 km away
- Udumalaippettai61,133 people · ~35 km away
- Oddanchathiram30,064 people · ~37 km away
- Pallappatti30,624 people · ~38 km away
- Nallūr70,115 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dharapuram?
Dharapuram has a population of 72,291 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #730 biggest city in India.
What region is Dharapuram in?
Dharapuram is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Dharapuram the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,989 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.