Bīrjand Population 2026
Bīrjand has a population of 196,982, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in South Khorasan Province. Roughly 0.2% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
196,982
Rank in Iran
#52
Coordinates
32.87°N, 59.22°E
~1,459 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
782 km
486 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Khorasan Province
Cities near Bīrjand
FAQ
What is the population of Bīrjand?
Bīrjand has a population of 196,982 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Bīrjand in?
Bīrjand is located in South Khorasan Province, Iran.
Is Bīrjand the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 782 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.