Duayaw-Nkwanta Population 2026
Duayaw-Nkwanta has a population of 17,000, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in Ahafo. It is about 150× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,000
Rank in Ghana
#95
Coordinates
7.17°N, 2.10°W
~329 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
277 km
172 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Duayaw-Nkwanta?
Duayaw-Nkwanta has a population of 17,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Duayaw-Nkwanta in?
Duayaw-Nkwanta is located in Ahafo, Ghana.
Is Duayaw-Nkwanta the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 277 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.