Smallest Cities in Tajikistan

Top 70 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities - Tajikistan

1 Panji Poyon 02 5,303
2 Novobod RR 5,352
3 Shahrinav RR 5,385
4 Jilikŭl 02 5,434
5 Sarikhosor 02 5,894
6 Tavildara RR 5,950
7 Orzu 02 5,988
8 Konsoy 03 6,200
9 Chorbogh 03 6,357
10 Obigarm RR 6,500
11 Kirov 02 7,696
12 Roghun RR 7,731
13 Bokhtariyon 02 7,900
14 20-solagii Istiḳlolijati Toçikiston 02 8,000
15 Gharavŭtí 02 8,474
16 Murghob 01 8,500
17 Sovet 02 8,695
18 Dŭstí 02 8,700
19 Khodzha-Maston RR 9,781
20 Rasht RR 9,800
21 Adrasmon 03 9,900
22 Nijoní 03 10,350
23 Avzikent 02 10,373
24 Ismoili Somoní 02 10,500
25 Pakhtakoron 03 11,200
26 Qubodiyon 02 12,500
27 Amondara 03 13,380
28 Bŭston 03 13,600
29 Ghonchí 03 13,700
30 Panj 02 13,800
31 Vakhsh 02 14,100
32 Abdurahmoni Jomí 02 14,600
33 Proletar 03 15,900
34 Mŭ’minobod 02 16,000
35 Shahritus 02 16,700
36 Shaydon 03 16,900
37 Ghafurov 03 18,400
38 Kolkhozobod 02 18,476
39 Istiqlol 03 18,700
40 Levakant 02 18,700
41 Norak 02 18,950
42 Chubek 02 19,563
43 Nov 03 20,100
44 Hulbuk 02 21,736
45 Moskovskiy 02 22,100
46 Somoniyon RR 22,600
47 Shahriston 03 22,903
48 Hisor RR 23,200
49 Dalyoni Bolo 03 23,670
50 Boshkengash 04 23,696
51 Muchun 03 24,840
52 Danghara 02 25,000
53 Ishqoshim 01 26,000
54 Farkhor 02 27,700
55 Zarhalol 02 30,689
56 Khorugh 01 31,100
57 Vorukh 03 35,000
58 Buston 03 38,400
59 Yovon 02 39,600
60 Vahdat RR 42,800
61 Panjakent 03 43,800
62 Tursunzoda RR 46,700
63 Qayroqqum 03 50,200
64 Konibodom 03 54,400
65 Isfara 03 54,900
66 Istaravshan 03 64,300
67 Kŭlob 02 106,300
68 Bokhtar 02 126,700
69 Khujand 03 198,700
70 Dushanbe 04 679,400

The smallest cities in Tajikistan (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Panji Poyon has a population of just 5,303. 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 5,303 residents, Panji Poyon 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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