Minbu Population 2026
Minbu has a population of 57,342, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Magway. Roughly 0.1% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 78× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,342
Rank in Myanmar
#65
Coordinates
20.18°N, 94.88°E
~49 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
140 km
87 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Magway
| City | Population | Rank in Myanmar |
|---|---|---|
| Pakokku | 126,938 | #28 |
| Yenangyaung | 110,553 | #34 |
| Thayetmyo | 98,185 | #37 |
| Magway | 96,954 | #39 |
| Chauk | 90,870 | #43 |
| Taungdwingyi | 70,094 | #54 |
| Myaydo | 57,395 | #64 |
| Yesagyo | 23,329 | #143 |
Cities near Minbu
- Magway96,954 people · ~7 km away
- Yenangyaung110,553 people · ~32 km away
- Taungdwingyi70,094 people · ~73 km away
- Kyaukpadaung42,817 people · ~78 km away
- Chauk90,870 people · ~80 km away
- Ann119,714 people · ~97 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Minbu?
Minbu has a population of 57,342 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Minbu in?
Minbu is located in Magway, Myanmar.
Is Minbu the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 140 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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