Pāmban Population 2026
Pāmban has a population of 30,926, making it the #1884 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 410× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,926
Rank in India
#1884
Coordinates
9.28°N, 79.21°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
2,161 km
1,342 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 Pāmban
- Rameswaram44,856 people · ~11 km away
- Ramanathapuram65,314 people · ~43 km away
- Kilakarai38,355 people · ~47 km away
- Paramagudi95,579 people · ~74 km away
- Devakottai51,865 people · ~86 km away
- Manamadurai32,257 people · ~92 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pāmban?
Pāmban has a population of 30,926 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1884 biggest city in India.
What region is Pāmban in?
Pāmban is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Pāmban the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 2,161 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.