Smallest Cities in Gilan Province

Top 32 cities ranked by smallest cities

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All Countries · Iran · Gilan Province

Smallest Cities — Gilan Province

1 Shalmān 5,102

2 Pīr Bāzār 5,373

3 Chūbar 5,554

4 Bāzār Jom‘eh-ye Shānderman 5,729

5 Kūmeleh 6,457

6 Marjaghal 6,735

7 Shaft 8,184

8 Chāboksar 8,224

9 Kūcheşfahān 10,026

10 Khalīlābād 10,504

11 Lasht-e Neshā 10,539

12 Lavandevīl 11,235

13 Kalā Chāy 12,379

14 Sangar 12,583

15 Lowshān 13,032

16 Amlash 15,444

17 Manjīl 15,630

18 Pādegān-e Manjīl 17,396

19 Māsāl 17,901

20 Reẕvānshahr 19,519

21 Sīāhkal 19,924

22 Khomām 20,897

23 Fūman 27,763

24 Āstārā 39,065

25 Āstāneh-ye Ashrafīyeh 42,784

26 Hashtpar 45,305

27 Şowme‘eh Sarā 47,083

28 Rūdsar 47,502

29 Langarūd 68,148

30 Lāhījān 101,073

31 Bandar-e Anzalī 110,826

32 Rasht 594,590

The smallest cities in Gilan Province (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Shalmān has a population of just 5,102. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,102 residents, Shalmān is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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