Gengqing Population 2026
Gengqing has a population of 88,542, making it the #748 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Sichuan. It is about 281× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,542
Rank in China
#748
Coordinates
31.82°N, 98.60°E
~4,008 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,834 km
1,139 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sichuan
Cities near Gengqing
- Qamdo86,280 people · ~154 km away
- Yushu141,308 people · ~199 km away
- Maqin County59,900 people · ~333 km away
- Barkam58,390 people · ~342 km away
- Kangding100,000 people · ~379 km away
- Shangri-La186,400 people · ~457 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gengqing?
Gengqing has a population of 88,542 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #748 biggest city in China.
What region is Gengqing in?
Gengqing is located in Sichuan, China.
Is Gengqing the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,834 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.