Pala Population 2026
Pala has a population of 70,677, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇹🇩 Chad, located in Mayo-Kebbi Ouest. Roughly 0.3% of Chad's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than N'Djamena, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,677
Rank in Chad
#8
Coordinates
9.36°N, 14.91°E
~441 m elevation · Africa/Ndjamena
Distance to capital (N'Djamena)
305 km
189 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mayo-Kebbi Ouest
| City | Population | Rank in Chad |
|---|---|---|
| Léré | 32,721 | #24 |
| Mboursou Léré | 17,132 | #42 |
Cities near Pala
- Fianga31,668 people · ~66 km away
- Gounou Gaya29,742 people · ~73 km away
- Léré32,721 people · ~82 km away
- Mboursou Léré17,132 people · ~94 km away
- Kelo82,677 people · ~99 km away
- Bongor63,699 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pala?
Pala has a population of 70,677 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Chad.
What region is Pala in?
Pala is located in Mayo-Kebbi Ouest, Chad.
Is Pala the capital of Chad?
No, the capital of Chad is N'Djamena, about 305 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.