Zhalantun Population 2026
Zhalantun has a population of 132,224, making it the #535 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Inner Mongolia. It is about 188× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
132,224
Rank in China
#535
Coordinates
48.01°N, 122.74°E
~320 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,033 km
641 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Inner Mongolia
Cities near Zhalantun
FAQ
What is the population of Zhalantun?
Zhalantun has a population of 132,224 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #535 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhalantun in?
Zhalantun is located in Inner Mongolia, China.
Is Zhalantun the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,033 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.