Djakotomé Population 2026
Djakotomé has a population of 19,498, making it the #56 biggest city in 🇧🇯 Benin, located in Kouffo. Roughly 0.1% of Benin's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Cotonou, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,498
Rank in Benin
#56
Coordinates
6.90°N, 1.72°E
~136 m elevation · Africa/Porto-Novo
Distance to capital (Porto-Novo)
108 km
67 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kouffo
| City | Population | Rank in Benin |
|---|---|---|
| Dogbo | 41,341 | #24 |
| Aplahoué | 26,340 | #41 |
| Klouékanmè | 23,763 | #46 |
| Toviklin | 21,617 | #52 |
Cities near Djakotomé
FAQ
What is the population of Djakotomé?
Djakotomé has a population of 19,498 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #56 biggest city in Benin.
What region is Djakotomé in?
Djakotomé is located in Kouffo, Benin.
Is Djakotomé the capital of Benin?
No, the capital of Benin is Porto-Novo, about 108 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.