Qayroqqum Population 2026
Qayroqqum has a population of 49,200, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇹🇯 Tajikistan, located in Sughd. Roughly 0.4% of Tajikistan's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Dushanbe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,200
Rank in Tajikistan
#8
Coordinates
40.27°N, 69.80°E
~362 m elevation · Asia/Dushanbe
Distance to capital (Dushanbe)
211 km
131 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 |
| Khujand | 191,000 | #6 |
| Buston | 36,900 | #11 |
| Panjakent | 35,085 | #12 |
| Muchun | 27,835 | #15 |
| Dalyoni Bolo | 23,670 | #19 |
Cities near Qayroqqum
FAQ
What is the population of Qayroqqum?
Qayroqqum has a population of 49,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Tajikistan.
What region is Qayroqqum in?
Qayroqqum is located in Sughd, Tajikistan.
Is Qayroqqum the capital of Tajikistan?
No, the capital of Tajikistan is Dushanbe, about 211 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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