Marakkanam Population 2026
Marakkanam has a population of 22,034, making it the #2718 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 576× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,034
Rank in India
#2718
Coordinates
12.19°N, 79.94°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,849 km
1,148 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 Marakkanam
- Kottaikuppam31,726 people · ~28 km away
- Puducherry657,209 people · ~31 km away
- Tindivanam72,796 people · ~31 km away
- Gundupālaiyam300,104 people · ~32 km away
- Kurumbapet32,871 people · ~34 km away
- Ariyānkuppam29,808 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Marakkanam?
Marakkanam has a population of 22,034 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2718 biggest city in India.
What region is Marakkanam in?
Marakkanam is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Marakkanam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,849 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.