Meiktila Population 2026
Meiktila has a population of 177,442, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Mandalay Region. Roughly 0.3% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
177,442
Rank in Myanmar
#15
Coordinates
20.88°N, 95.86°E
~244 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
129 km
80 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mandalay Region
Cities near Meiktila
FAQ
What is the population of Meiktila?
Meiktila has a population of 177,442 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Meiktila in?
Meiktila is located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar.
Is Meiktila the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 129 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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