Bắc Kạn Population 2026
Bắc Kạn has a population of 45,036, making it the #202 biggest city in 🇻🇳 Vietnam, located in Thai Nguyen. It is about 311× smaller than Ho Chi Minh City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,036
Rank in Vietnam
#202
Coordinates
22.15°N, 105.83°E
~150 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Hanoi)
125 km
78 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Thai Nguyen
| City | Population | Rank in Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Thái Nguyên | 420,000 | #20 |
| Phổ Yên | 231,363 | #50 |
| Thị Trấn Đại Từ | 179,192 | #75 |
| Thành phố Sông Công | 128,357 | #111 |
Cities near Bắc Kạn
- Thị Trấn Đại Từ179,192 people · ~61 km away
- Thái Nguyên420,000 people · ~61 km away
- Thị Trấn Thất Khê20,153 people · ~67 km away
- Cao Bằng73,549 people · ~72 km away
- Thị Trấn Nước Hai20,309 people · ~73 km away
- Tuyên Quang104,645 people · ~73 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bắc Kạn?
Bắc Kạn has a population of 45,036 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #202 biggest city in Vietnam.
What region is Bắc Kạn in?
Bắc Kạn is located in Thai Nguyen, Vietnam.
Is Bắc Kạn the capital of Vietnam?
No, the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, about 125 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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