Tanji Population 2026
Tanji has a population of 17,441, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Western. Roughly 0.6% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,441
Rank in Gambia
#25
Coordinates
13.35°N, 16.79°W
~17 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
26 km
16 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 Tanji
FAQ
What is the population of Tanji?
Tanji has a population of 17,441 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Tanji in?
Tanji is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Tanji the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 26 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.