Gutao Population 2026
Gutao has a population of 42,000, making it the #1389 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shanxi. It is about 592× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,000
Rank in China
#1389
Coordinates
37.20°N, 112.18°E
~763 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
474 km
294 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shanxi
Cities near Gutao
FAQ
What is the population of Gutao?
Gutao has a population of 42,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1389 biggest city in China.
What region is Gutao in?
Gutao is located in Shanxi, China.
Is Gutao the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 474 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.