Bireun Population 2026
Bireun has a population of 47,670, making it the #288 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Aceh. It is about 179× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,670
Rank in Indonesia
#288
Coordinates
5.20°N, 96.70°E
~19 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
1,697 km
1,054 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aceh
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Banda Aceh | 267,962 | #55 |
| Lhokseumawe | 200,876 | #80 |
| Langsa | 184,016 | #91 |
| Subulussalam | 105,553 | #157 |
| Meulaboh | 64,646 | #231 |
| Singkil | 46,800 | #292 |
| Sabang | 43,527 | #301 |
| Reuleuet | 40,393 | #312 |
Cities near Bireun
- Reuleuet40,393 people · ~46 km away
- Lhokseumawe200,876 people · ~50 km away
- Sigli17,504 people · ~84 km away
- Meulaboh64,646 people · ~134 km away
- Banda Aceh267,962 people · ~156 km away
- Langsa184,016 people · ~162 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bireun?
Bireun has a population of 47,670 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #288 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Bireun in?
Bireun is located in Aceh, Indonesia.
Is Bireun the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 1,697 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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