Rawalakot Population 2026
Rawalakot has a population of 50,000, making it the #205 biggest city in 🇵🇰 Pakistan, located in Azad Kashmir. It is about 260× smaller than Lahore, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,000
Rank in Pakistan
#205
Coordinates
33.86°N, 73.76°E
~1,640 m elevation · Asia/Karachi
Distance to capital (Islamabad)
68 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Azad Kashmir
| City | Population | Rank in Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Muzaffarābād | 725,000 | #16 |
| Dhirkot | 195,000 | #67 |
| New Mirpur City | 124,352 | #104 |
| Kotli | 46,907 | #211 |
| Bāgh | 33,548 | #253 |
| Hajira | 28,953 | #279 |
| Bhimber | 27,636 | #285 |
| Pallandri | 23,243 | #304 |
Cities near Rawalakot
FAQ
What is the population of Rawalakot?
Rawalakot has a population of 50,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #205 biggest city in Pakistan.
What region is Rawalakot in?
Rawalakot is located in Azad Kashmir, Pakistan.
Is Rawalakot the capital of Pakistan?
No, the capital of Pakistan is Islamabad, about 68 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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