Belawan Population 2026
Belawan has a population of 102,707, making it the #162 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in North Sumatra. It is about 83× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,707
Rank in Indonesia
#162
Coordinates
3.78°N, 98.68°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
1,434 km
891 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Sumatra
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Medan | 2,486,283 | #5 |
| Percut | 311,063 | #46 |
| Binjai | 279,302 | #53 |
| Pematangsiantar | 279,198 | #54 |
| Padangsidempuan | 243,843 | #60 |
| Tanjungbalai | 190,935 | #87 |
| Sunggal | 157,914 | #108 |
| Perbaungan | 157,174 | #109 |
Cities near Belawan
FAQ
What is the population of Belawan?
Belawan has a population of 102,707 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #162 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Belawan in?
Belawan is located in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Is Belawan the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 1,434 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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