Qaratau (Karatau), Zhambyl
Qaratau: place in Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan
About
Quick Facts about Karatau
| Population | 30,204 |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
| State | Zhambyl (Kazakhstan) |
| Postal code | 080800 |
| Area | 200 km2 |
| Official name | Қаратау |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.1787,70.4677 |
| Capital city | Karatau is capital of Talas District |
| Time Zone | UTC+06:00 |
| Local time | 16:39:13 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Karatau is located at 43°10'43"N 70°28'4"E (43.1786900, 70.4676800).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 28,281 | - | demographic balance |
| 2009 | 26,639 | -6.16% | demographic balance |
| 2012 | 27,365 | 2.65% | demographic balance |
| 2016 | 28,804 | 5% | demographic balance |
| 2019 | 30,204 | 4.64% | demographic balance |
Chulak-Tau, Qarataū, Каратау, Қаратау