Bavet Population 2026
Bavet has a population of 43,783, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇰🇭 Cambodia, located in Svay Rieng. Roughly 0.2% of Cambodia's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Phnom Penh, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,783
Rank in Cambodia
#16
Coordinates
11.06°N, 106.14°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Phnom_Penh
Distance to capital (Phnom Penh)
144 km
89 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Svay Rieng
| City | Population | Rank in Cambodia |
|---|---|---|
| Svay Rieng | 23,956 | #28 |
Cities near Bavet
FAQ
What is the population of Bavet?
Bavet has a population of 43,783 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Cambodia.
What region is Bavet in?
Bavet is located in Svay Rieng, Cambodia.
Is Bavet the capital of Cambodia?
No, the capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh, about 144 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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