Kotu Population 2026
Kotu has a population of 19,634, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Banjul. Roughly 0.7% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,634
Rank in Gambia
#22
Coordinates
13.46°N, 16.71°W
~8 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
14 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Banjul
| City | Population | Rank in Gambia |
|---|---|---|
| Serekunda | 340,000 | #1 |
| Talinding | 48,687 | #4 |
| Bakau | 43,098 | #6 |
| Banjul | 37,274 | #7 |
| Manjai Kunda | 22,327 | #16 |
| Dippa Kunda | 21,190 | #17 |
| New Jeshwang | 20,878 | #18 |
| Kanifing | 17,159 | #26 |
Cities near Kotu
- Manjai Kunda22,327 people · ~2 km away
- Dippa Kunda21,190 people · ~3 km away
- Bakau43,098 people · ~3 km away
- Bakoti20,314 people · ~3 km away
- Kanifing17,159 people · ~4 km away
- Serekunda340,000 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kotu?
Kotu has a population of 19,634 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Kotu in?
Kotu is located in Banjul, Gambia.
Is Kotu the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 14 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.