Republic of Bashkortostan, Russia

Location of republic of Bashkortostan on a map — Location of republic of Bashkortostan within Russia

Bashkortostan is a republic found in the nation of Russia. Home to 4,104,336 people, it is the 7th largest division in Russia in terms of population.

Bashkortostan gained its current status as a republic in the year 1919. The government of Bashkortostan is lead by Rustem Khamitovand is based in the republic capital of Ufa (Population: 1,033,338).

The most populous cities in Bashkortostan are: Ufa (Population: 1,033,338), Sterlitamak (Population: 267,231), Salavat (Population: 159,893), Neftekamsk (Population: 126,805), Oktyabr'skiy (Population: 108,200).

Bashkortostan Republic - Quick Facts

Country	Russia
Region Type	Republic
ISO Code	RU_BA
Time Zone	+05
Year of Establishment	1919
Capital	Ufa (Population: 1,033,338)
Head of Government	Rustem Khamitov
Total Population	4,104,336
Total Area	143,600 sq km (55,444 sq miles)
Population Density	28.6 sq km (74.0 sq miles)