Ṟuwandiz Population 2026
Ṟuwandiz has a population of 22,943, making it the #89 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Erbil. It is about 315× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,943
Rank in Iraq
#89
Coordinates
36.61°N, 44.52°E
~827 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
364 km
226 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Erbil
Cities near Ṟuwandiz
FAQ
What is the population of Ṟuwandiz?
Ṟuwandiz has a population of 22,943 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #89 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Ṟuwandiz in?
Ṟuwandiz is located in Erbil, Iraq.
Is Ṟuwandiz the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 364 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.