Khulm Population 2026
Khulm has a population of 64,933, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Balkh. Roughly 0.1% of Afghanistan's population lives here. It is about 68× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
64,933
Rank in Afghanistan
#15
Coordinates
36.70°N, 67.70°E
~445 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
276 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Balkh
| City | Population | Rank in Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Mazār-e Sharīf | 523,300 | #3 |
| Balkh | 114,883 | #8 |
Cities near Khulm
FAQ
What is the population of Khulm?
Khulm has a population of 64,933 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Khulm in?
Khulm is located in Balkh, Afghanistan.
Is Khulm the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 276 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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