Demak Population 2026
Demak has a population of 27,251, making it the #389 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. It is about 313× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,251
Rank in Indonesia
#389
Coordinates
6.89°S, 110.64°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
426 km
265 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 Demak
FAQ
What is the population of Demak?
Demak has a population of 27,251 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #389 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Demak in?
Demak is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Demak the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 426 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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