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Shangqiu, China

Major city Β· Population 1.5M

Shangqiu is the 93rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,536,392 people as of 2026. This makes it the 303rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.11% of China's total population of 1.41B. Shangqiu is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.

Population

1,536,392

Global Rank

#303

Country Rank

#93

% of China

0.11%

Shangqiu on the Map

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China at a Glance

Country Population

1,408,280,000

Capital

Beijing

Region

Eastern Asia

Major Cities

640

GDP per Capita

$13,303

Life Expectancy

78.0 years

Urban Population

65.9%

Growth Rate

0.00%

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Shangqiu with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Shangqiu by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Bozhou1,409,43665 km
Heze1,346,71789 km
Fengcheng161,85090 km
Huaibei1,113,321118 km
Peicheng195,363121 km
Datun110,258121 km
Kaifeng1,451,741129 km
Zhoukou505,171130 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Shangqiu?

The population of Shangqiu, China is approximately 1,536,392 people, making it the 303rd largest city in the world and the 93rd largest in China.

Is Shangqiu the capital of China?

No, the capital of China is Beijing. Shangqiu is the 93rd largest city in the country.

What timezone is Shangqiu in?

Shangqiu is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.