Xigang Population 2026
Xigang has a population of 112,061, making it the #617 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Ningxia. It is about 222× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
112,061
Rank in China
#617
Coordinates
38.55°N, 106.35°E
~1,111 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
878 km
545 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ningxia
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Wuzhong | 7,202,654 | #14 |
| Yinchuan | 1,487,579 | #101 |
| Zhongwei | 1,174,600 | #147 |
| Shizuishan | 739,400 | #223 |
| Guyuan | 411,854 | #318 |
| Huinong | 136,570 | #526 |
| Dawukou | 131,880 | #537 |
| Shitanjing | 78,765 | #836 |
Cities near Xigang
FAQ
What is the population of Xigang?
Xigang has a population of 112,061 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #617 biggest city in China.
What region is Xigang in?
Xigang is located in Ningxia, China.
Is Xigang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 878 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.