Nearly 60% of Kyrgyzstan's population is concentrated in two regions and Bishkek

Nearly 60% of Kyrgyzstan’s population lives in the Jalal-Abad and Osh regions, as well as in the capital, Bishkek. This is evidenced by the latest data on the country’s demographic situation.

As of February 1, Kyrgyzstan’s permanent population stood at 7,414,000 people. The highest concentration of residents is found in the most economically active regions: Osh Province (1,440,200), Jalal-Abad Province (1,381,800), and Bishkek (1,360,700).

This territorial concentration of the population reflects internal migration and the uneven socio-economic development of the regions. Thus, in a number of regions, such as Naryn (316,500) and Talas (283,100) provinces, the population remains significantly lower. This indicates a continuing imbalance in population distribution.

Overall, according to statistics, the country’s population increased by 9,200 people, or 0.1%, in January.