Manp’o Population 2026
Manp’o has a population of 116,760, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in Chagang. Roughly 0.4% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
116,760
Rank in North Korea
#25
Coordinates
41.15°N, 126.29°E
~206 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
240 km
149 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chagang
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Kanggye | 209,530 | #15 |
| Yŏch’im-dong | 47,460 | #53 |
| Sijung | 41,842 | #57 |
| Chunggang | 41,022 | #58 |
| Songwŏn | 38,051 | #61 |
| Songwŏn-ŭp | 38,051 | #62 |
| Kop’ung | 31,572 | #70 |
Cities near Manp’o
FAQ
What is the population of Manp’o?
Manp’o has a population of 116,760 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Manp’o in?
Manp’o is located in Chagang, North Korea.
Is Manp’o the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 240 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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