Yakeshi Population 2026
Yakeshi has a population of 116,284, making it the #596 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Inner Mongolia. It is about 214× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
116,284
Rank in China
#596
Coordinates
49.28°N, 120.73°E
~661 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,097 km
681 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Inner Mongolia
Cities near Yakeshi
FAQ
What is the population of Yakeshi?
Yakeshi has a population of 116,284 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #596 biggest city in China.
What region is Yakeshi in?
Yakeshi is located in Inner Mongolia, China.
Is Yakeshi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,097 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.