Maha Sarakham Population 2026

Maha Sarakham has a population of 51,584, making it the #104 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Maha Sarakham. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 99× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.

Location of Maha Sarakham (capital Bangkok shown for reference). Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

51,584

Rank in Thailand

#104

Coordinates

16.18°N, 103.30°E

~155 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok

Distance to capital (Bangkok)

404 km

251 miles, straight line

Cities near Maha Sarakham

Kamalasai23,393 people · ~34 km away
Kalasin55,102 people · ~35 km away
Roi Et39,328 people · ~40 km away
Nong Kung Si17,001 people · ~52 km away
Khon Kaen114,459 people · ~58 km away
Ban Phai35,583 people · ~62 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Maha Sarakham?

Maha Sarakham has a population of 51,584 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #104 biggest city in Thailand.

What region is Maha Sarakham in?

Maha Sarakham is located in Maha Sarakham, Thailand.

Is Maha Sarakham the capital of Thailand?

No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 404 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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