Ban Kèngkok Population 2026
Ban Kèngkok has a population of 15,658, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇱🇦 Laos, located in Savannakhet Province. Roughly 0.2% of Laos's population lives here. It is about 54× smaller than Vientiane, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,658
Rank in Laos
#17
Coordinates
16.44°N, 105.20°E
~145 m elevation · Asia/Vientiane
Distance to capital (Vientiane)
324 km
201 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Savannakhet Province
| City | Population | Rank in Laos |
|---|---|---|
| Savannakhet | 125,760 | #2 |
| Ban Xénô | 25,135 | #9 |
Cities near Ban Kèngkok
- Ban Xénô25,135 people · ~34 km away
- Savannakhet125,760 people · ~49 km away
- Thakhèk90,800 people · ~114 km away
- Ban Laongam21,304 people · ~150 km away
- Pakse77,900 people · ~161 km away
- Sekong20,116 people · ~204 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ban Kèngkok?
Ban Kèngkok has a population of 15,658 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Laos.
What region is Ban Kèngkok in?
Ban Kèngkok is located in Savannakhet Province, Laos.
Is Ban Kèngkok the capital of Laos?
No, the capital of Laos is Vientiane, about 324 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.