Uchkeken Population 2026
Uchkeken has a population of 15,118, making it the #976 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic. It is about 687× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,118
Rank in Russia
#976
Coordinates
43.95°N, 42.52°E
~939 m elevation · Europe/Moscow
Distance to capital (Moscow)
1,358 km
843 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Cherkessk | 122,395 | #138 |
| Ust’-Dzheguta | 34,001 | #499 |
| Zelenchukskaya | 21,117 | #728 |
| Karachayevsk | 20,264 | #747 |
Cities near Uchkeken
- Kislovodsk132,771 people · ~17 km away
- Yessentuki81,015 people · ~30 km away
- Pyatigorsk142,865 people · ~44 km away
- Ust’-Dzheguta34,001 people · ~46 km away
- Cherkessk122,395 people · ~49 km away
- Karachayevsk20,264 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Uchkeken?
Uchkeken has a population of 15,118 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #976 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Uchkeken in?
Uchkeken is located in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic, Russia.
Is Uchkeken the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 1,358 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.