Tambaram Population 2026
Tambaram has a population of 174,787, making it the #291 biggest city in 🇮🇳 India, located in Tamil Nadu. It is about 73× smaller than Mumbai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
174,787
Rank in India
#291
Coordinates
12.92°N, 80.13°E
~33 m elevation · Asia/Kolkata
Distance to capital (New Delhi)
1,771 km
1,100 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 Tambaram
- Pallāvaram233,984 people · ~5 km away
- Kavanur54,986 people · ~10 km away
- Mugalivakkam25,117 people · ~11 km away
- Poonamalle60,607 people · ~14 km away
- Neelankarai76,600 people · ~15 km away
- Maduravoyal86,195 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tambaram?
Tambaram has a population of 174,787 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #291 biggest city in India.
What region is Tambaram in?
Tambaram is located in Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Tambaram the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi, about 1,771 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.