Qŭnghirot Population 2026
Qŭnghirot has a population of 80,090, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan, located in Karakalpakstan. Roughly 0.2% of Uzbekistan's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Tashkent, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,090
Rank in Uzbekistan
#26
Coordinates
43.04°N, 58.84°E
~60 m elevation · Asia/Samarkand
Distance to capital (Tashkent)
877 km
545 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karakalpakstan
| City | Population | Rank in Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
| Nukus | 332,500 | #5 |
| Xo‘jayli Shahri | 67,800 | #30 |
| Beruniy | 66,090 | #31 |
| Oltinko‘l | 59,122 | #37 |
| Novyy Turtkul’ | 48,908 | #42 |
| Manghit | 33,200 | #55 |
Cities near Qŭnghirot
FAQ
What is the population of Qŭnghirot?
Qŭnghirot has a population of 80,090 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Uzbekistan.
What region is Qŭnghirot in?
Qŭnghirot is located in Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan.
Is Qŭnghirot the capital of Uzbekistan?
No, the capital of Uzbekistan is Tashkent, about 877 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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