Şaḩneh Population 2026
Şaḩneh has a population of 35,508, making it the #247 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Kermanshah Province. It is about 201× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,508
Rank in Iran
#247
Coordinates
34.48°N, 47.69°E
~1,364 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
365 km
227 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kermanshah Province
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Kermanshah | 621,100 | #9 |
| Eslāmābād-e Gharb | 90,559 | #109 |
| Harsīn | 57,647 | #159 |
| Javānrūd | 54,354 | #171 |
| Kangāvar | 51,352 | #183 |
| Sarpol-e Z̄ahāb | 45,481 | #208 |
| Sonqor | 44,256 | #214 |
| Pāveh | 25,771 | #303 |
Cities near Şaḩneh
FAQ
What is the population of Şaḩneh?
Şaḩneh has a population of 35,508 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #247 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Şaḩneh in?
Şaḩneh is located in Kermanshah Province, Iran.
Is Şaḩneh the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 365 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.