Hongqiao Population 2026
Hongqiao has a population of 58,287, making it the #1151 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Hunan. It is about 427× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,287
Rank in China
#1151
Coordinates
26.77°N, 112.11°E
~125 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,514 km
940 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hunan
Cities near Hongqiao
FAQ
What is the population of Hongqiao?
Hongqiao has a population of 58,287 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1151 biggest city in China.
What region is Hongqiao in?
Hongqiao is located in Hunan, China.
Is Hongqiao the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,514 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.