Panzhihua Population 2026
Panzhihua has a population of 787,177, making it the #213 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Sichuan. Roughly 0.1% of China's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
787,177
Rank in China
#213
Coordinates
26.59°N, 101.71°E
~1,101 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
2,009 km
1,248 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sichuan
Cities near Panzhihua
FAQ
What is the population of Panzhihua?
Panzhihua has a population of 787,177 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #213 biggest city in China.
What region is Panzhihua in?
Panzhihua is located in Sichuan, China.
Is Panzhihua the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 2,009 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.