Laos (officially Lao People's Democratic Republic) is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 7,647,000 people, it ranks #103 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 236,800 km² (#85 globally), with a population density of 32 people per km². The capital city is Vientiane. The official language is Lao.
Key Facts
Population
7,647,000
#103 world ranking
Area
236,800 km²
#85 world ranking
Population Density
32/km²
Capital
Vientiane
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+07:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
- Lao— see all countries
Currency
- Lao kip (₭)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
China
Vietnam
Thailand
Myanmar
CambodiaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Laos?
The capital of Laos is Vientiane.
What is the population of Laos?
Laos has a population of 7,647,000 people, ranking #103 in the world by population.
How big is Laos?
Laos covers an area of 236,800 km², ranking #85 in the world by area. The population density is 32 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Laos?
The official languages of Laos are: Lao.
What is the currency of Laos?
The currency of Laos is Lao kip (₭).
What countries border Laos?
Laos shares borders with 5 countries: China, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia.