Kunkujang Population 2026
Kunkujang has a population of 19,998, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Western. Roughly 0.7% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,998
Rank in Gambia
#20
Coordinates
13.39°N, 16.67°W
~26 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
12 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western
| City | Population | Rank in Gambia |
|---|---|---|
| Brikama | 97,233 | #2 |
| Sukuta | 56,472 | #3 |
| Faji Kunda | 45,757 | #5 |
| Nema Kunku | 34,390 | #8 |
| Busumbala | 28,829 | #10 |
| Welingara | 27,856 | #12 |
| Brufut | 27,664 | #13 |
| Sanchaba | 25,091 | #14 |
Cities near Kunkujang
- Welingara27,856 people · ~2 km away
- Sinchu Alagi19,672 people · ~2 km away
- Abuko18,978 people · ~2 km away
- Latri Sabiji18,747 people · ~3 km away
- Faji Kunda45,757 people · ~3 km away
- Talinding48,687 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kunkujang?
Kunkujang has a population of 19,998 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Kunkujang in?
Kunkujang is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Kunkujang the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 12 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.