Baijiantan Population 2026
Baijiantan has a population of 93,697, making it the #705 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 265× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
93,697
Rank in China
#705
Coordinates
45.69°N, 85.14°E
~291 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,612 km
1,622 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Baijiantan
FAQ
What is the population of Baijiantan?
Baijiantan has a population of 93,697 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #705 biggest city in China.
What region is Baijiantan in?
Baijiantan is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Baijiantan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,612 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.