Khujand Population 2026
Khujand has a population of 191,000, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇹🇯 Tajikistan, located in Sughd. Roughly 1.7% of Tajikistan's population lives here. It is about 3.6× smaller than Dushanbe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
191,000
Rank in Tajikistan
#6
Coordinates
40.28°N, 69.62°E
~340 m elevation · Asia/Dushanbe
Distance to capital (Dushanbe)
207 km
129 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sughd
| City | Population | Rank in Tajikistan |
|---|---|---|
| Isfara | 274,000 | #2 |
| Istaravshan | 273,500 | #3 |
| Konibodom | 211,100 | #5 |
| Qayroqqum | 49,200 | #8 |
| Buston | 36,900 | #11 |
| Panjakent | 35,085 | #12 |
| Muchun | 27,835 | #15 |
| Dalyoni Bolo | 23,670 | #19 |
Cities near Khujand
FAQ
What is the population of Khujand?
Khujand has a population of 191,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Tajikistan.
What region is Khujand in?
Khujand is located in Sughd, Tajikistan.
Is Khujand the capital of Tajikistan?
No, the capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe, about 207 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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