Shalqar Population 2026
Shalqar has a population of 27,399, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan, located in Aktobe. Roughly 0.1% of Kazakhstan's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Almaty, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,399
Rank in Kazakhstan
#59
Coordinates
47.83°N, 59.62°E
~169 m elevation · Asia/Aqtobe
Distance to capital (Astana)
930 km
578 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aktobe
| City | Population | Rank in Kazakhstan |
|---|---|---|
| Aktobe | 500,757 | #4 |
| Kandyagash | 28,196 | #58 |
| Khromtau | 23,715 | #65 |
| Embi | 18,760 | #75 |
Cities near Shalqar
- Embi18,760 people · ~155 km away
- Aral33,017 people · ~192 km away
- Kandyagash28,196 people · ~243 km away
- Khromtau23,715 people · ~283 km away
- Novokazalinsk35,883 people · ~293 km away
- Aktobe500,757 people · ~324 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shalqar?
Shalqar has a population of 27,399 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Kazakhstan.
What region is Shalqar in?
Shalqar is located in Aktobe, Kazakhstan.
Is Shalqar the capital of Kazakhstan?
No, the capital of Kazakhstan is Astana, about 930 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.
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