Biskra Population 2026
Biskra has a population of 204,661, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in Biskra. Roughly 0.4% of Algeria's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
204,661
Rank in Algeria
#11
Coordinates
34.85°N, 5.73°E
~115 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
317 km
197 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Biskra
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Tolga | 50,575 | #99 |
| Sidi Okba | 29,499 | #200 |
| Zeribet el Oued | 23,187 | #258 |
Cities near Biskra
FAQ
What is the population of Biskra?
Biskra has a population of 204,661 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is Biskra in?
Biskra is located in Biskra, Algeria.
Is Biskra the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 317 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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