Canacassala Population 2026
Canacassala has a population of 20,913, making it the #115 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Bengo. Roughly 0.1% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 133× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,913
Rank in Angola
#115
Coordinates
8.16°S, 14.12°E
~652 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
123 km
76 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bengo
| City | Population | Rank in Angola |
|---|---|---|
| Calumbo | 652,270 | #8 |
| Panguíla | 158,068 | #41 |
| Barra do Dande | 75,000 | #61 |
| Gama | 66,202 | #65 |
| Caxito | 55,000 | #74 |
| Úcua | 41,654 | #83 |
| Bula Atumba | 30,537 | #95 |
| Piri | 26,265 | #102 |
Cities near Canacassala
- Muxaluando21,052 people · ~19 km away
- Piri26,265 people · ~54 km away
- Úcua41,654 people · ~55 km away
- Caxito55,000 people · ~68 km away
- Gama66,202 people · ~84 km away
- Barra do Dande75,000 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Canacassala?
Canacassala has a population of 20,913 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #115 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Canacassala in?
Canacassala is located in Bengo, Angola.
Is Canacassala the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 123 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.