Rahachow Population 2026
Rahachow has a population of 31,821, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇧🇾 Belarus, located in Homyel’ Voblasc’. Roughly 0.4% of Belarus's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Minsk, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,821
Rank in Belarus
#28
Coordinates
53.09°N, 30.05°E
~134 m elevation · Europe/Minsk
Distance to capital (Minsk)
187 km
116 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Homyel’ Voblasc’
| City | Population | Rank in Belarus |
|---|---|---|
| Homyel' | 501,102 | #2 |
| Mazyr | 105,152 | #11 |
| Zhlobin | 76,844 | #18 |
| Rechytsa | 65,213 | #19 |
| Svetlogorsk | 62,602 | #21 |
| Kalinkovichi | 36,941 | #26 |
| Dobrush | 18,083 | #43 |
| Žytkavičy | 15,950 | #53 |
Cities near Rahachow
FAQ
What is the population of Rahachow?
Rahachow has a population of 31,821 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Belarus.
What region is Rahachow in?
Rahachow is located in Homyel’ Voblasc’, Belarus.
Is Rahachow the capital of Belarus?
No, the capital of Belarus is Minsk, about 187 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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