Gombong Population 2026
Gombong has a population of 50,950, making it the #270 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. It is about 168× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,950
Rank in Indonesia
#270
Coordinates
7.61°S, 109.51°E
~26 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
333 km
207 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 Gombong
- Banyumas48,378 people · ~26 km away
- Purbalingga56,903 people · ~29 km away
- Kroya23,255 people · ~30 km away
- Sokaraja66,482 people · ~30 km away
- Purwokerto230,235 people · ~37 km away
- Kutoarjo31,352 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gombong?
Gombong has a population of 50,950 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #270 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Gombong in?
Gombong is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Gombong the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 333 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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