Bandundu Province Population 2026
Bandundu Province has a population of 202,904, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇨🇩 DR Congo, located in Kwilu. Roughly 0.2% of DR Congo's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than Kinshasa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
202,904
Rank in DR Congo
#24
Coordinates
3.32°S, 17.38°E
~322 m elevation · Africa/Kinshasa
Distance to capital (Kinshasa)
255 km
158 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kwilu
| City | Population | Rank in DR Congo |
|---|---|---|
| Kikwit | 509,367 | #10 |
| Idiofa | 87,882 | #45 |
| Bulungu | 81,393 | #51 |
| Mangai | 63,713 | #67 |
| Dibaya-Lubwe | 55,672 | #75 |
| Masi-Manimba | 45,775 | #89 |
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FAQ
What is the population of Bandundu Province?
Bandundu Province has a population of 202,904 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in DR Congo.
What region is Bandundu Province in?
Bandundu Province is located in Kwilu, DR Congo.
Is Bandundu Province the capital of DR Congo?
No, the capital of DR Congo is Kinshasa, about 255 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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