Dindigul Population 2026
Dindigul has a population of 292,512, making it the #176 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 43× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
292,512
Rank in India
#176
Coordinates
10.37°N, 77.98°E
~285 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,031 km
1,261 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 Dindigul
- Oddanchathiram30,064 people · ~28 km away
- Pallappatti30,624 people · ~41 km away
- Ānaiyūr63,917 people · ~48 km away
- Ayakudi27,156 people · ~48 km away
- Palani70,467 people · ~51 km away
- Madurai1,465,625 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dindigul?
Dindigul has a population of 292,512 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #176 biggest city in India.
What region is Dindigul in?
Dindigul is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Dindigul the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,031 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.