Coimbatore, India
Major city · Population 2.1M
Coimbatore is the 15th largest city in India with a population of approximately 2,136,916 people as of 2026. This makes it the 192nd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.15% of India's total population of 1.45B. Coimbatore is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.
Population
2,136,916
Global Rank
#192
Country Rank
#15
% of India
0.15%
Coimbatore on the Map
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,450,935,791
Capital
New Delhi
Region
Southern Asia
Major Cities
533
GDP per Capita
$2,695
Life Expectancy
72.2 years
Urban Population
35.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in India
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Coimbatore with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kurichchi | 123,667 | 5 km |
| Palakkad | 132,728 | 43 km |
| Tiruppur | 963,173 | 44 km |
| Ooty | 233,426 | 54 km |
| Erode | 521,891 | 91 km |
| Kumarapalayam | 195,071 | 95 km |
| Malappuram | 101,386 | 97 km |
| Thrissur | 315,957 | 98 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Coimbatore?
The population of Coimbatore, India is approximately 2,136,916 people, making it the 192nd largest city in the world and the 15th largest in India.
Is Coimbatore the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Coimbatore is the 15th largest city in the country.
What timezone is Coimbatore in?
Coimbatore is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.