Kathu Population 2026
Kathu has a population of 34,835, making it the #154 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Phuket. It is about 147× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,835
Rank in Thailand
#154
Coordinates
7.92°N, 98.33°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
691 km
429 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Phuket
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Phuket | 79,308 | #66 |
| Ban Ko Sire | 71,284 | #76 |
| Ban Talat Yai | 52,192 | #102 |
| Wichit | 38,701 | #137 |
| Ban Ratsada | 33,534 | #159 |
| Ban Talat Nua | 23,381 | #201 |
| Ban Kamala | 22,296 | #206 |
| Ban Chalong | 18,072 | #245 |
Cities near Kathu
- Wichit38,701 people · ~7 km away
- Ban Talat Nua23,381 people · ~7 km away
- Ban Kamala22,296 people · ~7 km away
- Ban Ratsada33,534 people · ~8 km away
- Phuket79,308 people · ~8 km away
- Ban Chalong18,072 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kathu?
Kathu has a population of 34,835 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #154 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Kathu in?
Kathu is located in Phuket, Thailand.
Is Kathu the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 691 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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