Gounou Gaya Population 2026
Gounou Gaya has a population of 29,742, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇹🇩 Chad, located in Mayo-Kebbi Est. Roughly 0.1% of Chad's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than N'Djamena, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,742
Rank in Chad
#29
Coordinates
9.63°N, 15.51°E
~345 m elevation · Africa/Ndjamena
Distance to capital (N'Djamena)
280 km
174 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mayo-Kebbi Est
| City | Population | Rank in Chad |
|---|---|---|
| Bongor | 63,699 | #9 |
| Fianga | 31,668 | #25 |
| Guelendeng | 23,320 | #33 |
Cities near Gounou Gaya
FAQ
What is the population of Gounou Gaya?
Gounou Gaya has a population of 29,742 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Chad.
What region is Gounou Gaya in?
Gounou Gaya is located in Mayo-Kebbi Est, Chad.
Is Gounou Gaya the capital of Chad?
No, the capital of Chad is N'Djamena, about 280 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.