Kriva Palanka Population 2026
Kriva Palanka has a population of 20,820, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, located in Kriva Palanka. Roughly 1.2% of North Macedonia's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Skopje, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,820
Rank in North Macedonia
#22
Coordinates
42.20°N, 22.33°E
~742 m elevation · Europe/Skopje
Distance to capital (Skopje)
78 km
48 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Kriva Palanka?
Kriva Palanka has a population of 20,820 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in North Macedonia.
What region is Kriva Palanka in?
Kriva Palanka is located in Kriva Palanka, North Macedonia.
Is Kriva Palanka the capital of North Macedonia?
No, the capital of North Macedonia is Skopje, about 78 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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