Bayi Population 2026
Bayi has a population of 21,400, making it the #1830 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Tibet. It is about 1162× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,400
Rank in China
#1830
Coordinates
29.66°N, 94.36°E
~2,995 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,304 km
1,431 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tibet
| City | Population | Rank in China |
|---|---|---|
| Chéngguān Qū | 478,275 | #296 |
| Lhoka | 353,700 | #335 |
| Nyingchi | 200,000 | #430 |
| Doilungdêqên | 137,451 | #521 |
| Lhasa | 118,721 | #585 |
| Qamdo | 86,280 | #769 |
| Rikaze | 80,000 | #826 |
| Dêqên | 62,400 | #1058 |
Cities near Bayi
FAQ
What is the population of Bayi?
Bayi has a population of 21,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1830 biggest city in China.
What region is Bayi in?
Bayi is located in Tibet, China.
Is Bayi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,304 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.