Betong Population 2026
Betong has a population of 29,604, making it the #170 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Yala. It is about 172× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,604
Rank in Thailand
#170
Coordinates
5.77°N, 101.07°E
~269 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
889 km
552 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yala
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Yala | 93,558 | #55 |
Cities near Betong
- Yala93,558 people · ~88 km away
- Ra-ngae16,862 people · ~93 km away
- Su-ngai Kolok42,776 people · ~103 km away
- Narathiwat47,771 people · ~110 km away
- Sadao46,236 people · ~120 km away
- Tak Bai17,241 people · ~121 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Betong?
Betong has a population of 29,604 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #170 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Betong in?
Betong is located in Yala, Thailand.
Is Betong the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 889 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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