Moniquirá Population 2026
Moniquirá has a population of 20,848, making it the #231 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Boyacá. It is about 368× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,848
Rank in Colombia
#231
Coordinates
5.88°N, 73.57°W
~1,671 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
152 km
94 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Boyacá
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja | 172,548 | #32 |
| Sogamoso | 111,336 | #51 |
| Duitama | 92,040 | #59 |
| Chiquinquirá | 45,294 | #112 |
| Puerto Boyacá | 27,310 | #183 |
Cities near Moniquirá
FAQ
What is the population of Moniquirá?
Moniquirá has a population of 20,848 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #231 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Moniquirá in?
Moniquirá is located in Boyacá, Colombia.
Is Moniquirá the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 152 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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