Kabanjahe Population 2026
Kabanjahe has a population of 73,581, making it the #211 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in North Sumatra. It is about 116× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,581
Rank in Indonesia
#211
Coordinates
3.10°N, 98.49°E
~1,196 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
1,390 km
863 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 Kabanjahe
FAQ
What is the population of Kabanjahe?
Kabanjahe has a population of 73,581 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #211 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Kabanjahe in?
Kabanjahe is located in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Is Kabanjahe the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 1,390 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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