Galapa Population 2026
Galapa has a population of 19,732, making it the #253 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Atlántico. It is about 389× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,732
Rank in Colombia
#253
Coordinates
10.90°N, 74.89°W
~92 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
705 km
438 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Atlántico
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Barranquilla | 1,206,319 | #4 |
| Soledad | 342,556 | #19 |
| Malambo | 129,148 | #44 |
| Sabanalarga | 102,334 | #54 |
| Baranoa | 68,383 | #75 |
| Sabanagrande | 35,044 | #142 |
| Santo Tomás | 28,693 | #175 |
| Luruaco | 27,647 | #180 |
Cities near Galapa
- Baranoa68,383 people · ~12 km away
- Puerto Colombia26,227 people · ~13 km away
- Malambo129,148 people · ~13 km away
- Soledad342,556 people · ~13 km away
- Polonuevo19,454 people · ~14 km away
- Barranquilla1,206,319 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Galapa?
Galapa has a population of 19,732 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #253 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Galapa in?
Galapa is located in Atlántico, Colombia.
Is Galapa the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 705 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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