Khalīfān Population 2026
Khalīfān has a population of 19,891, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Erbil. It is about 363× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,891
Rank in Iraq
#95
Coordinates
36.61°N, 44.40°E
~648 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
363 km
225 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Erbil
Cities near Khalīfān
FAQ
What is the population of Khalīfān?
Khalīfān has a population of 19,891 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Khalīfān in?
Khalīfān is located in Erbil, Iraq.
Is Khalīfān the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 363 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.