Den Chai Population 2026
Den Chai has a population of 17,019, making it the #258 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Phrae. It is about 300× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,019
Rank in Thailand
#258
Coordinates
17.98°N, 100.05°E
~159 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
473 km
294 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Phrae
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Phrae | 38,538 | #138 |
Cities near Den Chai
- Phrae38,538 people · ~20 km away
- Uttaradit58,313 people · ~40 km away
- Si Satchanalai25,942 people · ~60 km away
- Lampang156,139 people · ~68 km away
- Sawankhalok19,805 people · ~78 km away
- Thoen18,459 people · ~98 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Den Chai?
Den Chai has a population of 17,019 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #258 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Den Chai in?
Den Chai is located in Phrae, Thailand.
Is Den Chai the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 473 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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