As Sāḩil Population 2026
As Sāḩil has a population of 54,094, making it the #136 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Asyut. It is about 178× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,094
Rank in Egypt
#136
Coordinates
27.06°N, 31.34°E
~61 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
334 km
207 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Asyut
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Assiut | 528,669 | #10 |
| Manfalūţ | 117,925 | #59 |
| Abnūb | 111,785 | #64 |
| Abū Tīj | 105,418 | #66 |
| Dayrūţ | 102,570 | #67 |
| Al Qūşīyah | 99,598 | #71 |
| Al Ghanāyim | 70,884 | #112 |
| Al Badārī | 56,033 | #133 |
Cities near As Sāḩil
FAQ
What is the population of As Sāḩil?
As Sāḩil has a population of 54,094 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #136 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is As Sāḩil in?
As Sāḩil is located in Asyut, Egypt.
Is As Sāḩil the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 334 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.