Ishqoshim Population 2026
Ishqoshim has a population of 26,000, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇹🇯 Tajikistan, located in Gorno-Badakhshan. Roughly 0.2% of Tajikistan's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Dushanbe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,000
Rank in Tajikistan
#16
Coordinates
36.72°N, 71.61°E
~2,535 m elevation · Asia/Dushanbe
Distance to capital (Dushanbe)
321 km
199 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gorno-Badakhshan
| City | Population | Rank in Tajikistan |
|---|---|---|
| Khorugh | 30,500 | #14 |
Cities near Ishqoshim
FAQ
What is the population of Ishqoshim?
Ishqoshim has a population of 26,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Tajikistan.
What region is Ishqoshim in?
Ishqoshim is located in Gorno-Badakhshan, Tajikistan.
Is Ishqoshim the capital of Tajikistan?
No, the capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe, about 321 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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