Khāsh Population 2026
Khāsh has a population of 15,133, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Nimroz. It is about 293× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,133
Rank in Afghanistan
#50
Coordinates
31.53°N, 62.79°E
~579 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
682 km
424 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nimroz
| City | Population | Rank in Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Zaranj | 49,851 | #22 |
Cities near Khāsh
- Zaranj49,851 people · ~109 km away
- Farah43,561 people · ~113 km away
- Khān Neshīn25,600 people · ~145 km away
- Lashkar Gāh43,934 people · ~150 km away
- Gereshk43,588 people · ~171 km away
- Shīnḏanḏ29,264 people · ~206 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Khāsh?
Khāsh has a population of 15,133 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Khāsh in?
Khāsh is located in Nimroz, Afghanistan.
Is Khāsh the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 682 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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