Moïssala Population 2026
Moïssala has a population of 17,281, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇹🇩 Chad, located in Mandoul. Roughly 0.1% of Chad's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than N'Djamena, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,281
Rank in Chad
#40
Coordinates
8.34°N, 17.77°E
~385 m elevation · Africa/Ndjamena
Distance to capital (N'Djamena)
514 km
319 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mandoul
Cities near Moïssala
FAQ
What is the population of Moïssala?
Moïssala has a population of 17,281 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Chad.
What region is Moïssala in?
Moïssala is located in Mandoul, Chad.
Is Moïssala the capital of Chad?
No, the capital of Chad is N'Djamena, about 514 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.