Dharmapuri Population 2026
Dharmapuri has a population of 68,619, making it the #774 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 185× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,619
Rank in India
#774
Coordinates
12.13°N, 78.16°E
~468 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,837 km
1,141 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 Dharmapuri
- Pālakkodu20,959 people · ~22 km away
- Pennāgaram17,480 people · ~29 km away
- Pallippatti26,492 people · ~34 km away
- Harūr25,469 people · ~36 km away
- Krishnagiri71,323 people · ~44 km away
- Salem917,414 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dharmapuri?
Dharmapuri has a population of 68,619 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #774 biggest city in India.
What region is Dharmapuri in?
Dharmapuri is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Dharmapuri the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,837 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.