Phuntsholing Population 2026
Phuntsholing has a population of 27,658, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇧🇹 Bhutan, located in Chukha. Roughly 3.4% of Bhutan's population lives here. It is about 3.6× smaller than Thimphu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,658
Rank in Bhutan
#2
Coordinates
26.85°N, 89.39°E
~330 m elevation · Asia/Thimphu
Distance to capital (Thimphu)
73 km
45 miles, straight line
Cities near Phuntsholing
FAQ
What is the population of Phuntsholing?
Phuntsholing has a population of 27,658 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Bhutan.
What region is Phuntsholing in?
Phuntsholing is located in Chukha, Bhutan.
Is Phuntsholing the capital of Bhutan?
No, the capital of Bhutan is Thimphu, about 73 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.