Puerto Tejada Population 2026
Puerto Tejada has a population of 46,215, making it the #110 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cauca Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 166× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,215
Rank in Colombia
#110
Coordinates
3.23°N, 76.42°W
~969 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
301 km
187 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cauca Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Popayán | 318,059 | #21 |
| Santander de Quilichao | 99,354 | #56 |
| Piendamo | 44,000 | #115 |
| Miranda | 43,333 | #117 |
| Patía | 37,781 | #133 |
| Belalcázar | 36,977 | #137 |
| Corinto | 33,846 | #148 |
| Morales | 29,737 | #169 |
Cities near Puerto Tejada
FAQ
What is the population of Puerto Tejada?
Puerto Tejada has a population of 46,215 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #110 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Puerto Tejada in?
Puerto Tejada is located in Cauca Department, Colombia.
Is Puerto Tejada the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 301 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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