Gīdolē Population 2026
Gīdolē has a population of 35,500, making it the #121 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South Ethiopia Regional State. It is about 109× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,500
Rank in Ethiopia
#121
Coordinates
5.65°N, 37.37°E
~2,102 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
405 km
252 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Ethiopia Regional State
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Sodo | 204,100 | #14 |
| Arba Minch | 201,000 | #15 |
| Dīla | 158,800 | #17 |
| Gununo | 84,510 | #38 |
| Āreka | 84,500 | #39 |
| Bodītī | 64,900 | #53 |
| Felege Neway | 61,000 | #60 |
| Jinka | 54,400 | #70 |
Cities near Gīdolē
- Arba Minch201,000 people · ~47 km away
- Jinka54,400 people · ~79 km away
- Felege Neway61,000 people · ~90 km away
- Yirga Ch’efē40,600 people · ~109 km away
- Gasuba27,789 people · ~121 km away
- Dīla158,800 people · ~135 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gīdolē?
Gīdolē has a population of 35,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #121 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Gīdolē in?
Gīdolē is located in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia.
Is Gīdolē the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 405 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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