Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp Population 2026
Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp has a population of 142,607, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in South Hwanghae. Roughly 0.5% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
142,607
Rank in North Korea
#21
Coordinates
37.97°N, 125.94°E
~21 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
119 km
74 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Hwanghae
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Haeju | 222,396 | #14 |
| Paech’ŏn-ŭp | 159,825 | #18 |
| Sinch’ŏn-ŭp | 141,407 | #22 |
| Ŭllyul | 107,997 | #26 |
| Kangnyŏng | 106,827 | #27 |
| Ŭnch’ŏn-ŭp | 95,597 | #33 |
| Kwail-ŭp | 89,895 | #34 |
| Samch’ŏn | 86,042 | #37 |
Cities near Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp
FAQ
What is the population of Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp?
Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp has a population of 142,607 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp in?
Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp is located in South Hwanghae, North Korea.
Is Ch’ŏngdan-ŭp the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 119 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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