Wakema Population 2026
Wakema has a population of 42,705, making it the #90 biggest city in 🇲🇲 Myanmar, located in Ayeyarwady. Roughly 0.1% of Myanmar's population lives here. It is about 105× smaller than Yangon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,705
Rank in Myanmar
#90
Coordinates
16.60°N, 95.18°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Yangon
Distance to capital (Nay Pyi Taw)
363 km
225 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ayeyarwady
Cities near Wakema
FAQ
What is the population of Wakema?
Wakema has a population of 42,705 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #90 biggest city in Myanmar.
What region is Wakema in?
Wakema is located in Ayeyarwady, Myanmar.
Is Wakema the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, about 363 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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