Belalcázar Population 2026
Belalcázar has a population of 36,977, making it the #137 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cauca Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 208× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,977
Rank in Colombia
#137
Coordinates
2.65°N, 75.97°W
~1,441 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
303 km
188 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cauca Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Popayán | 318,059 | #21 |
| Santander de Quilichao | 99,354 | #56 |
| Puerto Tejada | 46,215 | #110 |
| Piendamo | 44,000 | #115 |
| Miranda | 43,333 | #117 |
| Patía | 37,781 | #133 |
| Corinto | 33,846 | #148 |
| Morales | 29,737 | #169 |
Cities near Belalcázar
FAQ
What is the population of Belalcázar?
Belalcázar has a population of 36,977 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #137 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Belalcázar in?
Belalcázar is located in Cauca Department, Colombia.
Is Belalcázar the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 303 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.
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