Kozhikode Population 2026
Kozhikode has a population of 550,440, making it the #90 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Kerala. It is about 23× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
550,440
Rank in India
#90
Coordinates
11.25°N, 75.78°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,938 km
1,203 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 |
| Kollam | 367,107 | #135 |
| Thrissur | 315,957 | #154 |
| Alappuzha | 240,991 | #210 |
| Palakkad | 132,728 | #394 |
| Kanhangad | 125,564 | #415 |
Cities near Kozhikode
- Cheruvannur61,614 people · ~8 km away
- Beypore70,751 people · ~9 km away
- Koyilandy71,873 people · ~23 km away
- Tirūrangādi56,632 people · ~28 km away
- Tennala56,546 people · ~33 km away
- Manjeri97,102 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kozhikode?
Kozhikode has a population of 550,440 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #90 biggest city in India.
What region is Kozhikode in?
Kozhikode is located in Kerala, India.
Is Kozhikode the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,938 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.