Nueva Granada Population 2026
Nueva Granada has a population of 17,470, making it the #289 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Magdalena Department. It is about 439× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,470
Rank in Colombia
#289
Coordinates
9.80°N, 74.39°W
~113 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
578 km
359 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Magdalena Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Marta | 499,192 | #10 |
| Ciénaga | 88,311 | #62 |
| Fundación | 59,175 | #79 |
| El Banco | 54,522 | #90 |
| Plato | 48,606 | #106 |
| Aracataca | 41,872 | #119 |
| Puebloviejo | 33,720 | #150 |
| Sitionuevo | 33,440 | #152 |
Cities near Nueva Granada
FAQ
What is the population of Nueva Granada?
Nueva Granada has a population of 17,470 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #289 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Nueva Granada in?
Nueva Granada is located in Magdalena Department, Colombia.
Is Nueva Granada the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 578 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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