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220 /km² across 120,540 km²
North Korea has a recorded population of 26,498,823 and a reported surface area of 120,540 km².
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Eastern AsiaNorth Korea
북한
North Korea is a country or territory in Eastern Asia. Its capital is Pyongyang.
- Population
- 26.5M220 /km²
- Surface area
- 120,540 km²
- Capital
- Pyongyang
North Korea is located in Eastern Asia, and its capital is Pyongyang. It has a population of approximately 26,498,823 and covers an area of about 120,540 km². Its official currency is the North Korean Won (KPW).
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Practical reference
North Korean Won (KPW)
North Korea uses North Korean Won (KPW), calling code +850, internet domain .kp.
About North Korea
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), commonly known as North Korea, is a country in East Asia occupying the northern half of the Korean Peninsula.
North Korea shares a land border with China and Russia to the north, and a heavily fortified border with South Korea to the south. It features a mountainous terrain with coastal plains and valleys.
North Korean culture is heavily influenced by its political ideology of Juche, emphasizing self-reliance and national identity. Traditional Korean arts, music, and literature are prominent, often serving propaganda purposes.
The Korean Peninsula was divided after World War II, leading to the establishment of the DPRK in 1948. The Korean War (1950-1953) further solidified the division. North Korea has since pursued a path of isolation and development of its nuclear program.
Key facts
- Capital: Pyongyang
- Official Language: Korean
- Currency: North Korean won
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Country data & reference
Capital
Pyongyang
Population
26,498,823 (220 /km²)
Surface Area
120,540 km²
Region / Subregion
Native Name
북한
Nationality
North Korean
Currency
North Korean Won (KPW - ₩)Phone Code
+850
Top-Level Domain
.kp
ISO Codes
KP / PRK
Coordinates
40, 127
Time zones
- Asia/Pyongyang (UTC+09:00)
Population, area and economic figures use the latest available values from World Bank Open Data; reporting years can vary by country. See sources and methodology for indicator definitions, mapping attribution, and editorial limitations.
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North Korea: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of North Korea?
The capital of North Korea is Pyongyang.
What is the population of North Korea?
North Korea has a recorded population of approximately 26,498,823 people.
How big is North Korea?
North Korea covers an area of about 120,540 km².
What is the population density of North Korea?
North Korea has a population density of roughly 220 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What currency is used in North Korea?
North Korea uses the North Korean Won (KPW), with the symbol ₩.
Where is North Korea located?
North Korea is located in Eastern Asia, Asia.
What is the native name of North Korea?
The native name of North Korea is 북한.
What are people from North Korea called?
People from North Korea are referred to as North Korean.
What is the phone calling code for North Korea?
The international dialing code for North Korea is +850.
What is the internet domain for North Korea?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for North Korea is .kp.
What time zone is North Korea in?
North Korea uses the Asia/Pyongyang time zone.
What is North Korea known for?
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), commonly known as North Korea, is a country in East Asia occupying the northern half of the Korean Peninsula.
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