Cepu Population 2026
Cepu has a population of 55,055, making it the #260 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. It is about 155× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,055
Rank in Indonesia
#260
Coordinates
7.15°S, 111.59°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
534 km
332 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Java
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Semarang | 1,694,740 | #9 |
| Jepara | 1,257,912 | #13 |
| Surakarta | 526,870 | #29 |
| Pekalongan | 324,564 | #44 |
| Tegal | 297,173 | #50 |
| Cilacap | 256,996 | #57 |
| Purwokerto | 230,235 | #63 |
| Salatiga | 198,971 | #82 |
Cities near Cepu
FAQ
What is the population of Cepu?
Cepu has a population of 55,055 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #260 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Cepu in?
Cepu is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Cepu the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 534 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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