Chernyanka Population 2026
Chernyanka has a population of 15,261, making it the #966 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Belgorod Oblast. It is about 680× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,261
Rank in Russia
#966
Coordinates
50.94°N, 37.82°E
~139 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
535 km
332 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Belgorod Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Belgorod | 345,289 | #52 |
| Staryy Oskol | 226,977 | #84 |
| Gubkin | 87,000 | #197 |
| Shebekino | 45,194 | #379 |
| Alexeyevka | 39,848 | #438 |
| Gorod Shebekino | 39,680 | #440 |
| Valuyki | 35,887 | #478 |
| Novy Oskol | 21,035 | #730 |
Cities near Chernyanka
- Novy Oskol21,035 people · ~20 km away
- Staryy Oskol226,977 people · ~41 km away
- Gubkin87,000 people · ~43 km away
- Rossosh’64,323 people · ~53 km away
- Alexeyevka39,848 people · ~70 km away
- Valuyki35,887 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chernyanka?
Chernyanka has a population of 15,261 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #966 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Chernyanka in?
Chernyanka is located in Belgorod Oblast, Russia.
Is Chernyanka the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 535 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.