Karbala (Karbala), Karbalāʼ
Karbala : governorate of Iraq
About
Quick Facts about Karbala
| Population | 1,370,000 |
| Country | Iraq |
| State | Karbalāʼ (Iraq) |
| County | Kerbala District |
| Area | 5030 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.6160,44.0249 |
| Capital | Karbala |
| Time Zone | UTC+03:00 |
| Local time | 22:40:45 (9th April 2026) |
Geography
Karbala is located at 32°36'58"N 44°1'30"E (32.6160300, 44.0248800).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1,013,254 | - | census |
| 2013 | 1,370,000 | 26.04% | census |
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