Heshan Population 2026
Heshan has a population of 1,249,807, making it the #136 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,249,807
Rank in China
#136
Coordinates
28.57°N, 112.35°E
~73 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,314 km
816 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Heshan
FAQ
What is the population of Heshan?
Heshan has a population of 1,249,807 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #136 biggest city in China.
What region is Heshan in?
Heshan is located in Hunan, China.
Is Heshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,314 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.