Population: 780,000
Bhutan has a population of 780,000. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $2.9 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Bhutan is $2.9 billion ($3,700 per capita).
Capital: Thimphu
The capital city of Bhutan is Thimphu. Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN).
Languages: Dzongkha
Official/main languages: Dzongkha. Area: 38,394 km². Continent: Asia.
Bhutan Overview
Bhutan (🇧🇹) is located in Asia with a total area of 38,394 km². The country has a population of 780,000 and its capital is Thimphu.
Economy
- GDP: $2.9 billion
- GDP per capita: $3,700
- Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
Key Facts
- Capital: Thimphu
- Languages: Dzongkha
- Area: 38,394 km²
- Continent: Asia
How to read this Bhutan profile
Use the population of 780,000 together with the area of 38,394 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $2.9 billion and GDP per capita of $3,700 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Recent earthquakes in Bhutan
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Scope and freshness of the Bhutan profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Bhutan, its capital Thimphu, and its place in Asia. Indicators can come from different reporting years, so changes in population, prices or exchange rates may not appear at the same time. The values are useful for comparison and geographic exploration, not as a live official statistical release.
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Bhutan data sources and update scope
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Bhutan?
The population of Bhutan is approximately 780,000.
What is the GDP of Bhutan?
The GDP of Bhutan is approximately $2.9 billion, which translates to $3,700 per capita.
What is the capital of Bhutan?
The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu.