Kŭlob Population 2026
Kŭlob has a population of 214,700, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇹🇯 Tajikistan, located in Khatlon Province. Roughly 2.0% of Tajikistan's population lives here. It is about 3.2× smaller than Dushanbe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
214,700
Rank in Tajikistan
#4
Coordinates
37.91°N, 69.78°E
~609 m elevation · Asia/Dushanbe
Distance to capital (Dushanbe)
112 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khatlon Province
| City | Population | Rank in Tajikistan |
|---|---|---|
| Bokhtar | 110,800 | #7 |
| Zarhalol | 30,689 | #13 |
| Danghara | 22,824 | #21 |
| Moskovskiy | 22,100 | #22 |
| Hulbuk | 21,736 | #23 |
| Farkhor | 21,736 | #24 |
| Chubek | 19,563 | #25 |
| Kolkhozobod | 18,476 | #26 |
Cities near Kŭlob
FAQ
What is the population of Kŭlob?
Kŭlob has a population of 214,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Tajikistan.
What region is Kŭlob in?
Kŭlob is located in Khatlon Province, Tajikistan.
Is Kŭlob the capital of Tajikistan?
No, the capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe, about 112 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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