Gobu Population 2026
Gobu has a population of 17,600, making it the #55 biggest city in 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan, located in Abşeron. Roughly 0.2% of Azerbaijan's population lives here. It is about 134× smaller than Baku, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,600
Rank in Azerbaijan
#55
Coordinates
40.40°N, 49.71°E
~54 m elevation · Asia/Baku
Distance to capital (Baku)
15 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abşeron
Cities near Gobu
FAQ
What is the population of Gobu?
Gobu has a population of 17,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #55 biggest city in Azerbaijan.
What region is Gobu in?
Gobu is located in Abşeron, Azerbaijan.
Is Gobu the capital of Azerbaijan?
No, the capital of Azerbaijan is Baku, about 15 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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