Lashkar Gāh Population 2026
Lashkar Gāh has a population of 43,934, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Helmand. Roughly 0.1% of Afghanistan's population lives here. It is about 101× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,934
Rank in Afghanistan
#27
Coordinates
31.59°N, 64.37°E
~786 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
554 km
344 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Helmand
| City | Population | Rank in Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Gereshk | 43,588 | #28 |
| Khān Neshīn | 25,600 | #37 |
Cities near Lashkar Gāh
FAQ
What is the population of Lashkar Gāh?
Lashkar Gāh has a population of 43,934 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Lashkar Gāh in?
Lashkar Gāh is located in Helmand, Afghanistan.
Is Lashkar Gāh the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 554 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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