Dhirkot Population 2026
Dhirkot has a population of 195,000, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Azad Kashmir. Roughly 0.1% of Pakistan's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than Lahore, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
195,000
Rank in Pakistan
#67
Coordinates
34.04°N, 73.58°E
~1,629 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
61 km
38 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Azad Kashmir
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Muzaffarābād | 725,000 | #16 |
| New Mirpur City | 124,352 | #104 |
| Rawalakot | 50,000 | #205 |
| Kotli | 46,907 | #211 |
| Bāgh | 33,548 | #253 |
| Hajira | 28,953 | #279 |
| Bhimber | 27,636 | #285 |
| Pallandri | 23,243 | #304 |
Cities near Dhirkot
FAQ
What is the population of Dhirkot?
Dhirkot has a population of 195,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Dhirkot in?
Dhirkot is located in Azad Kashmir, Pakistan.
Is Dhirkot the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 61 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.
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