Khāliş Population 2026
Khāliş has a population of 70,046, making it the #57 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Diyala. Roughly 0.1% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 103× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,046
Rank in Iraq
#57
Coordinates
33.81°N, 44.53°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
53 km
33 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Diyala
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Khānaqīn | 175,000 | #24 |
| Al Miqdādīyah | 155,968 | #28 |
| Baqubah | 152,550 | #30 |
| Kifrī | 30,143 | #78 |
| Mandalī | 29,785 | #80 |
Cities near Khāliş
FAQ
What is the population of Khāliş?
Khāliş has a population of 70,046 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #57 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Khāliş in?
Khāliş is located in Diyala, Iraq.
Is Khāliş the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 53 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.