Shahkot Population 2026
Shahkot has a population of 244,868, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Punjab. Roughly 0.1% of Pakistan's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than Lahore, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
244,868
Rank in Pakistan
#50
Coordinates
31.57°N, 73.49°E
~190 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
243 km
151 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Punjab
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Lahore | 13,004,135 | #1 |
| Faisalabad | 3,800,193 | #4 |
| Rawalpindi | 3,357,612 | #5 |
| Gujranwala | 2,511,118 | #6 |
| Multan | 2,169,915 | #7 |
| Sargodha | 975,886 | #11 |
| Sialkot | 911,817 | #12 |
| Bahawalpur | 903,795 | #13 |
Cities near Shahkot
- Sangla Hill103,709 people · ~19 km away
- Khurarianwala96,743 people · ~22 km away
- Nankana Sahib130,041 people · ~25 km away
- Jaranwala150,380 people · ~27 km away
- Chak Jhumra385,169 people · ~29 km away
- Khangah Dogran34,949 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shahkot?
Shahkot has a population of 244,868 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Shahkot in?
Shahkot is located in Punjab, Pakistan.
Is Shahkot the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 243 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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