Paungde Population 2026
Paungde has a population of 36,971, making it the #106 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Bago Region. Roughly 0.1% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 121× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,971
Rank in Myanmar
#106
Coordinates
18.49°N, 95.51°E
~35 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
154 km
96 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bago Region
| City | Population | Rank in Myanmar |
|---|---|---|
| Bago | 244,376 | #8 |
| Pyay | 135,308 | #23 |
| Taungoo | 106,945 | #35 |
| Nyaunglebin | 89,626 | #45 |
| Tharyarwady | 54,386 | #69 |
| Pyu | 40,386 | #96 |
| Letpandan | 38,936 | #102 |
| Daik-u | 38,477 | #104 |
Cities near Paungde
FAQ
What is the population of Paungde?
Paungde has a population of 36,971 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #106 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Paungde in?
Paungde is located in Bago Region, Myanmar.
Is Paungde the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 154 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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