Shahrak Population 2026
Shahrak has a population of 15,967, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Ghowr. It is about 278× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,967
Rank in Afghanistan
#47
Coordinates
34.11°N, 64.31°E
~2,357 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
449 km
279 miles, straight line
Cities near Shahrak
FAQ
What is the population of Shahrak?
Shahrak has a population of 15,967 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Shahrak in?
Shahrak is located in Ghowr, Afghanistan.
Is Shahrak the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 449 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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