Dongchuan Population 2026
Dongchuan has a population of 17,982, making it the #1970 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Qinghai. It is about 1383× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,982
Rank in China
#1970
Coordinates
37.37°N, 101.84°E
~3,067 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,294 km
804 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Qinghai
Cities near Dongchuan
FAQ
What is the population of Dongchuan?
Dongchuan has a population of 17,982 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1970 biggest city in China.
What region is Dongchuan in?
Dongchuan is located in Qinghai, China.
Is Dongchuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,294 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.