Ala-Buka Population 2026
Ala-Buka has a population of 15,426, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan, located in Jalal-Abad Region. Roughly 0.2% of Kyrgyzstan's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than Bishkek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,426
Rank in Kyrgyzstan
#29
Coordinates
41.41°N, 71.49°E
~1,250 m elevation · Asia/Bishkek
Distance to capital (Bishkek)
303 km
188 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jalal-Abad Region
| City | Population | Rank in Kyrgyzstan |
|---|---|---|
| Manas | 123,239 | #3 |
| Bazar-Korgon | 41,011 | #10 |
| Suzak | 30,534 | #14 |
| Kara-Kul’ | 26,901 | #16 |
| Tash-Kumyr | 23,594 | #19 |
| Toktogul | 20,577 | #23 |
| Massy | 19,774 | #24 |
| Kochkor-Ata | 17,177 | #27 |
Cities near Ala-Buka
- Tash-Kumyr23,594 people · ~61 km away
- Kochkor-Ata17,177 people · ~93 km away
- Kara-Kul’26,901 people · ~102 km away
- Massy19,774 people · ~103 km away
- Bazar-Korgon41,011 people · ~113 km away
- Suzak30,534 people · ~132 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ala-Buka?
Ala-Buka has a population of 15,426 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Kyrgyzstan.
What region is Ala-Buka in?
Ala-Buka is located in Jalal-Abad Region, Kyrgyzstan.
Is Ala-Buka the capital of Kyrgyzstan?
No, the capital of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek, about 303 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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