Banikoara Population 2026
Banikoara has a population of 37,571, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇧🇯 Benin, located in Alibori. Roughly 0.2% of Benin's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Cotonou, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,571
Rank in Benin
#27
Coordinates
11.30°N, 2.44°E
~312 m elevation · Africa/Porto-Novo
Distance to capital (Porto-Novo)
534 km
332 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alibori
| City | Population | Rank in Benin |
|---|---|---|
| Malanville | 64,639 | #11 |
| Kandi | 56,043 | #12 |
| Ségbana | 26,440 | #40 |
Cities near Banikoara
FAQ
What is the population of Banikoara?
Banikoara has a population of 37,571 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Benin.
What region is Banikoara in?
Banikoara is located in Alibori, Benin.
Is Banikoara the capital of Benin?
No, the capital of Benin is Porto-Novo, about 534 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.