Shelekhov Population 2026
Shelekhov has a population of 47,459, making it the #360 biggest city in 🇷🇺 Russia, located in Irkutsk Oblast. It is about 219× smaller than Moscow, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,459
Rank in Russia
#360
Coordinates
52.22°N, 104.10°E
~448 m elevation · Asia/Irkutsk
Distance to capital (Moscow)
4,196 km
2,606 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Irkutsk Oblast
| City | Population | Rank in Russia |
|---|---|---|
| Irkutsk | 623,869 | #23 |
| Bratsk | 256,600 | #73 |
| Angarsk | 243,158 | #77 |
| Ust’-Ilimsk | 100,271 | #170 |
| Usol’ye-Sibirskoye | 85,900 | #199 |
| Cheremkhovo | 57,395 | #305 |
| Tulun | 51,330 | #333 |
| Ust’-Kut | 48,202 | #355 |
Cities near Shelekhov
- Irkutsk623,869 people · ~16 km away
- Angarsk243,158 people · ~40 km away
- Usol’ye-Sibirskoye85,900 people · ~67 km away
- Cheremkhovo57,395 people · ~124 km away
- Gusinoozyorsk24,083 people · ~195 km away
- Ulan-Ude360,278 people · ~243 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shelekhov?
Shelekhov has a population of 47,459 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #360 biggest city in Russia.
What region is Shelekhov in?
Shelekhov is located in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia.
Is Shelekhov the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow, about 4,196 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.