Sanchaba Population 2026
Sanchaba has a population of 25,091, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Western. Roughly 0.9% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,091
Rank in Gambia
#14
Coordinates
13.42°N, 16.71°W
~23 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
15 km
9 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 |
| Gunjur | 22,741 | #15 |
Cities near Sanchaba
- Sukuta56,472 people · ~1 km away
- Bakoti20,314 people · ~2 km away
- Manjai Kunda22,327 people · ~3 km away
- Dippa Kunda21,190 people · ~3 km away
- Latri Sabiji18,747 people · ~3 km away
- Serekunda340,000 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sanchaba?
Sanchaba has a population of 25,091 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Sanchaba in?
Sanchaba is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Sanchaba the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 15 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.