Ocaña Population 2026
Ocaña has a population of 101,158, making it the #55 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Norte de Santander Department. Roughly 0.2% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
101,158
Rank in Colombia
#55
Coordinates
8.24°N, 73.36°W
~1,197 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
411 km
255 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Norte de Santander Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Cúcuta | 777,106 | #6 |
| Villa del Rosario | 64,951 | #76 |
| Los Patios | 58,661 | #80 |
| Pamplona | 53,587 | #93 |
| El Zulia | 26,019 | #195 |
| Puerto Santander | 16,275 | #301 |
Cities near Ocaña
FAQ
What is the population of Ocaña?
Ocaña has a population of 101,158 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #55 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Ocaña in?
Ocaña is located in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia.
Is Ocaña the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 411 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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