Baghlān Population 2026
Baghlān has a population of 108,449, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Baghlan. Roughly 0.2% of Afghanistan's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
108,449
Rank in Afghanistan
#9
Coordinates
36.13°N, 68.71°E
~531 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
183 km
114 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Baghlan
| City | Population | Rank in Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Pul-e Khumrī | 56,369 | #18 |
| Nahrīn | 22,363 | #40 |
Cities near Baghlān
FAQ
What is the population of Baghlān?
Baghlān has a population of 108,449 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Baghlān in?
Baghlān is located in Baghlan, Afghanistan.
Is Baghlān the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 183 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.
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