Ghulja Population 2026
Ghulja has a population of 269,158, making it the #375 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Xinjiang. It is about 92× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
269,158
Rank in China
#375
Coordinates
43.92°N, 81.32°E
~639 m elevation · Asia/Urumqi
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,914 km
1,810 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Xinjiang
Cities near Ghulja
FAQ
What is the population of Ghulja?
Ghulja has a population of 269,158 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #375 biggest city in China.
What region is Ghulja in?
Ghulja is located in Xinjiang, China.
Is Ghulja the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,914 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.