Smallest Cities in Gilan Province

Top 55 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Gilan Province

1 Shalmān 5,102
2 Pālāsī 5,554
3 Chūbar 5,554
4 Kofūd Mozhdeh 5,729
5 Gīleh Sarā 5,729
7 Kūmeleh 6,457
8 Mollā Sarā 6,735
9 Dowgūr 6,735
10 Rūd Pīsh 6,735
11 Marjaghal 6,735
12 Shaft 8,184
13 Chāboksar 8,224
14 Gīlāndeh 8,224
15 Navīdeh 10,026
16 Gīlovā 10,026
17 Kūcheşfahān 10,026
19 Khalīlābād 10,504
20 Lasht-e Neshā 10,539
21 Pardeh Gūsheh 10,720
22 Lavandevīl 11,235
23 Kalā Chāy 12,379
24 Behdān 12,583
25 Rūd Bardeh 12,583
26 Sangar 12,583
27 Lowshān 13,032
28 Amlash 15,444
29 Manjīl 15,630
31 Māsāl 17,901
32 Reẕvānshahr 19,519
33 Sīāhkal 19,924
34 Khvāchekīn 20,897
35 Khomām 20,897
36 Fūman 35,841
37 Rūdsar 37,998
39 Şowme‘eh Sarā 47,083
40 Āstārā 51,579
41 Bījārehbīn 51,579
42 Sarāgāh 54,178
44 Khvājeh Karī 54,178
45 Anūsh Maḩalleh 54,178
46 Sheykh Maḩalleh 54,178
47 Jamā Kūh 54,178
48 Poshteh 54,178
49 Qorūq 54,178
50 Hashtpar 54,178
51 Langarūd 79,445
52 Bandar-e Anzalī 118,564
53 Lāhījān 167,544
54 Rasht 679,995
55 Pīr Bāzār 679,995

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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