Republic of Sakha, Russia

Location of republic of Sakha on a map

Sakha is a republic found in the nation of Russia. Home to 949,280 people, it is the 58th largest division in Russia in terms of population.

Sakha gained its current status as a republic in the year 1922. The government of Sakha is lead by Yegor Borisovand is based in the republic capital of Yakutsk (Population: 235,600).

The most populous cities in Sakha are: Yakutsk (Population: 235,600), Neryungri (Population: 66,320).

Sakha Republic - Quick Facts

Country Russia
Region Type Republic
ISO Code RU_SA
Time Zones +09, +10, +11
Year of Establishment 1922
Capital Yakutsk (Population: 235,600)
Head of Government Yegor Borisov
Total Population 949,280
Total Area 3,103,200 sq km (1,198,152 sq miles)
Population Density 0.3 sq km (0.8 sq miles)