Seonghwan Population 2026
Seonghwan has a population of 29,239, making it the #126 biggest city in 🇰🇷 South Korea, located in Chungcheongnam-do. Roughly 0.1% of South Korea's population lives here. It is about 354× smaller than Seoul, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,239
Rank in South Korea
#126
Coordinates
36.92°N, 127.13°E
~38 m elevation · Asia/Seoul
Distance to capital (Seoul)
74 km
46 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Seonghwan?
Seonghwan has a population of 29,239 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #126 biggest city in South Korea.
What region is Seonghwan in?
Seonghwan is located in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea.
Is Seonghwan the capital of South Korea?
No, the capital of South Korea is Seoul, about 74 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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