Batna Population 2026
Batna has a population of 289,504, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in Batna. Roughly 0.6% of Algeria's population lives here. It is about 8.2× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
289,504
Rank in Algeria
#6
Coordinates
35.56°N, 6.17°E
~1,037 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
306 km
190 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Batna
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Barika | 98,141 | #43 |
| Aïn Touta | 55,736 | #86 |
| Merouana | 47,646 | #103 |
| Tazoult-Lambese | 41,636 | #121 |
| Arris | 36,641 | #146 |
| Râs el Aïoun | 34,167 | #157 |
| N’Gaous | 29,453 | #202 |
Cities near Batna
- Tazoult-Lambese41,636 people · ~11 km away
- Merouana47,646 people · ~25 km away
- Aïn Touta55,736 people · ~32 km away
- Arris36,641 people · ~37 km away
- Râs el Aïoun34,167 people · ~50 km away
- N’Gaous29,453 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Batna?
Batna has a population of 289,504 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is Batna in?
Batna is located in Batna, Algeria.
Is Batna the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 306 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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