Wichit Population 2026
Wichit has a population of 38,701, making it the #137 biggest city in 🇹🇭 Thailand, located in Phuket. Roughly 0.1% of Thailand's population lives here. It is about 132× smaller than Bangkok, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,701
Rank in Thailand
#137
Coordinates
7.89°N, 98.39°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Bangkok
Distance to capital (Bangkok)
692 km
430 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Phuket
| City | Population | Rank in Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Phuket | 79,308 | #66 |
| Ban Ko Sire | 71,284 | #76 |
| Ban Talat Yai | 52,192 | #102 |
| Kathu | 34,835 | #154 |
| Ban Ratsada | 33,534 | #159 |
| Ban Talat Nua | 23,381 | #201 |
| Ban Kamala | 22,296 | #206 |
| Ban Chalong | 18,072 | #245 |
Cities near Wichit
- Ban Talat Nua23,381 people · ~1 km away
- Phuket79,308 people · ~1 km away
- Ban Talat Yai52,192 people · ~2 km away
- Ban Ratsada33,534 people · ~3 km away
- Ban Ko Sire71,284 people · ~4 km away
- Kathu34,835 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wichit?
Wichit has a population of 38,701 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #137 biggest city in Thailand.
What region is Wichit in?
Wichit is located in Phuket, Thailand.
Is Wichit the capital of Thailand?
No, the capital of Thailand is Bangkok, about 692 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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