Shīnḏanḏ Population 2026
Shīnḏanḏ has a population of 29,264, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, located in Herat. Roughly 0.1% of Afghanistan's population lives here. It is about 152× smaller than Kabul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,264
Rank in Afghanistan
#35
Coordinates
33.30°N, 62.15°E
~1,071 m elevation · Asia/Kabul
Distance to capital (Kabul)
662 km
411 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Herat
| City | Population | Rank in Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Herāt | 574,300 | #2 |
| Eslam Qaleh | 18,086 | #43 |
| Karukh | 17,484 | #44 |
| Kushk | 16,952 | #46 |
Cities near Shīnḏanḏ
FAQ
What is the population of Shīnḏanḏ?
Shīnḏanḏ has a population of 29,264 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Afghanistan.
What region is Shīnḏanḏ in?
Shīnḏanḏ is located in Herat, Afghanistan.
Is Shīnḏanḏ the capital of Afghanistan?
No, the capital of Afghanistan is Kabul, about 662 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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