Banjarbaru Population 2026
Banjarbaru has a population of 293,332, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in South Kalimantan. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
293,332
Rank in Indonesia
#51
Coordinates
3.44°S, 114.84°E
~28 m elevation · Asia/Makassar
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
938 km
582 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Kalimantan
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Banjarmasin | 657,663 | #26 |
| Martapura | 131,449 | #128 |
| Barabai | 55,956 | #255 |
| Amuntai | 55,560 | #256 |
| Tanjung | 37,291 | #329 |
Cities near Banjarbaru
- Martapura131,449 people · ~5 km away
- Banjarmasin657,663 people · ~30 km away
- Kualakapuas35,632 people · ~69 km away
- Barabai55,956 people · ~113 km away
- Amuntai55,560 people · ~123 km away
- Tanjung37,291 people · ~155 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Banjarbaru?
Banjarbaru has a population of 293,332 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Banjarbaru in?
Banjarbaru is located in South Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Is Banjarbaru the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 938 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.
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