Faranah Population 2026
Faranah has a population of 70,181, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇬🇳 Guinea, located in Faranah. Roughly 0.5% of Guinea's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Conakry, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,181
Rank in Guinea
#16
Coordinates
10.04°N, 10.74°W
~433 m elevation · Africa/Conakry
Distance to capital (Conakry)
326 km
202 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Faranah
| City | Population | Rank in Guinea |
|---|---|---|
| Kissidougou | 116,019 | #10 |
| Dabola | 29,449 | #27 |
| Bissikrima | 28,840 | #28 |
| Dogomet | 27,748 | #30 |
| Banko | 23,638 | #36 |
| Dinguiraye | 20,993 | #40 |
| Yende Millimou | 20,372 | #41 |
| Albadéria | 17,147 | #44 |
Cities near Faranah
FAQ
What is the population of Faranah?
Faranah has a population of 70,181 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Guinea.
What region is Faranah in?
Faranah is located in Faranah, Guinea.
Is Faranah the capital of Guinea?
No, the capital of Guinea is Conakry, about 326 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.