Maymana Population 2026
Maymana has a population of 75,900, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Faryab. Roughly 0.2% of Afghanistan's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,900
Rank in Afghanistan
#12
Coordinates
35.92°N, 64.78°E
~877 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
428 km
266 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Faryab
| City | Population | Rank in Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Andkhoy | 37,900 | #31 |
Cities near Maymana
- Ghormach30,000 people · ~93 km away
- Sar-e Pul52,121 people · ~108 km away
- Andkhoy37,900 people · ~119 km away
- Shibirghān55,641 people · ~120 km away
- Sang-e Chārak15,377 people · ~149 km away
- Qarqīn15,018 people · ~201 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maymana?
Maymana has a population of 75,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Maymana in?
Maymana is located in Faryab, Afghanistan.
Is Maymana the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 428 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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