Welingara Population 2026
Welingara has a population of 27,856, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Western. Roughly 1.0% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,856
Rank in Gambia
#12
Coordinates
13.40°N, 16.67°W
~25 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 |
| Brufut | 27,664 | #13 |
| Sanchaba | 25,091 | #14 |
| Gunjur | 22,741 | #15 |
Cities near Welingara
- Latri Sabiji18,747 people · ~1 km away
- Kunkujang19,998 people · ~2 km away
- Faji Kunda45,757 people · ~2 km away
- Abuko18,978 people · ~2 km away
- Talinding48,687 people · ~2 km away
- Sinchu Alagi19,672 people · ~3 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Welingara?
Welingara has a population of 27,856 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Welingara in?
Welingara is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Welingara 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.