Top Cities in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is a state on the southeastern coast of India and is the seventh-largest state by area and the tenth-most populous state in India. It has several cities with large populations and as per Census 2011, it has 30 Cities with a population of more than 100,000.
Visakhapatnam with a population of over 2 million, is the largest city in Andhra Pradesh. Its referred to as “The Jewel of the East Coast” and is a major commercial and industrial hub, and is known for its natural beauty, beaches, and rich history.
Vijayawada with a population of over 1.5 million is the second-largest city in Andhra Pradesh and is a major transportation hub. It is located on the banks of the Krishna River and is known for its rich cultural heritage and commercial significance.
Guntur with a population of over 700,000, is the third-largest city in Andhra Pradesh. It is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and educational institutions. It is also one of the largest producers of tobacco in India and is a major commercial center for the region.
Nellore with a population of over 500,000 is a city located in the southern part of Andhra Pradesh. It’s the fourth largest city in Andhra Pradesh and a major center for agriculture and is also home to several industries and educational institutions.
Kurnool with a population of over 400,000, is the fifth-largest city in Andhra Pradesh. It is also a major center for agriculture and is home to several industries and educational institutions.
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Andhra Pradesh Cities by Population
The population of Top Cities as per the last census figures held in the year 2011 and with a population of more than 1lakh +
Rank | City | City Population | Metropolitan or UA* Population |
1 | Visakhapatnam | 1,728,128 | 1,728,128 |
2 | Vijayawada | 1,034,358 | 1,491,202 |
3 | Guntur | 647,508 | 673,952 |
4 | Nellore | 499,575 | 564,148 |
5 | Kurnool | 430,214 | 478,124 |
6 | Kadapa | 343,054 | 344,078 |
7 | Rajahmundry | 341,831 | 478,199 |
8 | Kakinada | 312,538 | 442,936 |
9 | Tirupati | 287,482 | 459,985 |
10 | Anantapur | 261,004 | 341,895 |
11 | Vizianagaram | 228,025 | 239,374 |
12 | Ongole | 204,746 | 206,419 |
13 | Eluru | 203,780 | 250,693 |
14 | Nandyal | 200,516 | 211,787 |
15 | Machilipatnam | 169,892 | 169,892 |
16 | Adoni | 166,344 | 184,771 |
17 | Tenali | 164,937 | 164,937 |
18 | Proddatur | 162,717 | 217,895 |
19 | Chittoor | 153,756 | 175,640 |
20 | Hindupur | 151,677 | 151,677 |
21 | Bhimavaram | 142,184 | 147,056 |
22 | Madanapalle | 136,414 | 179,267 |
23 | Guntakal | 126,270 | 126,270 |
24 | Srikakulam | 125,939 | 146,988 |
25 | Dharmavaram | 121,874 | 121,874 |
26 | Gudivada | 118,167 | 118,167 |
27 | Narasaraopet | 116,250 | 117,568 |
28 | Tadpatri | 108,171 | 108,171 |
29 | Tadepalligudem | 103,906 | 103,703 |
30 | Chilakaluripet | 101,398 | 101,398 |
Source: Census 2011
*As per the Census of India 2011, an urban agglomeration is a continuous urban spread constituting a town and its adjoining outgrowths (OGs), or two or more physically contiguous towns together with or without outgrowths of such towns.
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