Bazhong Population 2026
Bazhong has a population of 2,712,894, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Sichuan. Roughly 0.2% of China's population lives here. It is about 9.2× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
2,712,894
Rank in China
#51
Coordinates
31.87°N, 106.74°E
~393 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,245 km
773 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sichuan
Cities near Bazhong
FAQ
What is the population of Bazhong?
Bazhong has a population of 2,712,894 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in China.
What region is Bazhong in?
Bazhong is located in Sichuan, China.
Is Bazhong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,245 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.