Kaifeng Population 2026
Kaifeng has a population of 1,451,741, making it the #108 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Henan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,451,741
Rank in China
#108
Coordinates
34.80°N, 114.31°E
~76 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
597 km
371 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Henan
Cities near Kaifeng
FAQ
What is the population of Kaifeng?
Kaifeng has a population of 1,451,741 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #108 biggest city in China.
What region is Kaifeng in?
Kaifeng is located in Henan, China.
Is Kaifeng the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 597 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.