Popovo Population 2026
Popovo has a population of 16,571, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, located in Targovishte. Roughly 0.2% of Bulgaria's population lives here. It is about 70× smaller than Sofia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,571
Rank in Bulgaria
#52
Coordinates
43.35°N, 26.23°E
~190 m elevation · Europe/Sofia
Distance to capital (Sofia)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Targovishte
| City | Population | Rank in Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Targovishte | 34,793 | #26 |
Cities near Popovo
- Targovishte34,793 people · ~30 km away
- Razgrad28,931 people · ~31 km away
- Gorna Oryahovitsa32,792 people · ~50 km away
- Shumen72,342 people · ~56 km away
- Veliko Tŭrnovo59,166 people · ~57 km away
- Ruse121,168 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Popovo?
Popovo has a population of 16,571 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Bulgaria.
What region is Popovo in?
Popovo is located in Targovishte, Bulgaria.
Is Popovo the capital of Bulgaria?
No, the capital of Bulgaria is Sofia, about 247 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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