Gar Population 2026
Gar has a population of 24,910, making it the #1720 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Tibet. It is about 999× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,910
Rank in China
#1720
Coordinates
32.50°N, 80.10°E
~4,278 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
3,335 km
2,071 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 Gar
FAQ
What is the population of Gar?
Gar has a population of 24,910 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1720 biggest city in China.
What region is Gar in?
Gar is located in Tibet, China.
Is Gar the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 3,335 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.