Shwegyin Population 2026
Shwegyin has a population of 24,579, making it the #134 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Bago Region. It is about 182× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,579
Rank in Myanmar
#134
Coordinates
17.92°N, 96.88°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
218 km
135 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 Shwegyin
FAQ
What is the population of Shwegyin?
Shwegyin has a population of 24,579 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #134 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Shwegyin in?
Shwegyin is located in Bago Region, Myanmar.
Is Shwegyin the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 218 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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