Takāb Population 2026
Takāb has a population of 51,541, making it the #181 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in West Azerbaijan. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 139× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,541
Rank in Iran
#181
Coordinates
36.40°N, 47.11°E
~1,798 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
395 km
245 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Azerbaijan
Cities near Takāb
FAQ
What is the population of Takāb?
Takāb has a population of 51,541 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #181 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Takāb in?
Takāb is located in West Azerbaijan, Iran.
Is Takāb the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 395 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.