Zhelou Population 2026
Zhelou has a population of 34,250, making it the #1511 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Guizhou. It is about 726× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,250
Rank in China
#1511
Coordinates
24.97°N, 105.82°E
~701 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
1,932 km
1,200 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guizhou
Cities near Zhelou
FAQ
What is the population of Zhelou?
Zhelou has a population of 34,250 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1511 biggest city in China.
What region is Zhelou in?
Zhelou is located in Guizhou, China.
Is Zhelou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 1,932 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.