Smallest Cities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Top 48 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

1 Batwar Salarzai 5,267

2 Doaba 8,893

3 Khar 10,000

4 Inzari 10,000

5 Abdul Khel 12,000

6 Karak 13,679

7 Baffa 14,047

8 Paharpur 17,294

9 Musa Banda/Musa khan kallay 18,000

10 Lachi 18,537

11 Sarai Naurang 19,694

12 Kulachi 22,376

13 Zaida 26,787

14 Thal 29,331

15 Tangi 29,444

16 Akora Khattak 29,750

17 Upper Dir 29,869

18 Dursh Khela 31,732

19 Utmanzai 34,257

20 Risalpur Cantonment 36,074

21 Hangu 36,150

22 Lakki 36,391

23 Tank 38,488

24 Khalabat 39,148

25 Havelian 40,481

26 Amangarh 42,123

27 Bat Khela 46,079

28 Buni 50,000

29 Pabbi 52,701

30 Haripur 56,977

31 Jahangira 57,011

32 Mansehra 66,486

33 Shabqadar 66,541

34 Shorkot 67,439

35 Topi 74,867

36 Nowshera Kalan 88,003

37 Nowshera Cantonment 96,766

38 Swabi 97,363

39 Charsadda 120,170

40 Tordher 150,000

41 Kohat 151,427

42 Abbottabad 275,890

43 Mingora 279,914

44 Mardan 300,424

45 Battagram 700,000

46 Dera Ismail Khan 763,195

47 Bannu 1,357,890

48 Peshawar 4,758,762

The smallest cities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Batwar Salarzai has a population of just 5,267. 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 5,267 residents, Batwar Salarzai 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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