Lahat Population 2026
Lahat has a population of 65,906, making it the #227 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in South Sumatra. It is about 130× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,906
Rank in Indonesia
#227
Coordinates
3.79°S, 103.54°E
~115 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
455 km
283 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Sumatra
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Palembang | 1,801,367 | #8 |
| Lubuklinggau | 234,166 | #62 |
| Baturaja | 134,759 | #123 |
| Prabumulih | 103,470 | #159 |
| Pagar Alam | 70,386 | #216 |
| Tanjungagung | 53,117 | #264 |
| Indralaya | 42,498 | #304 |
Cities near Lahat
- Tanjungagung53,117 people · ~34 km away
- Pagar Alam70,386 people · ~42 km away
- Baturaja134,759 people · ~79 km away
- Prabumulih103,470 people · ~86 km away
- Lubuklinggau234,166 people · ~93 km away
- Curup46,245 people · ~119 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lahat?
Lahat has a population of 65,906 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #227 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Lahat in?
Lahat is located in South Sumatra, Indonesia.
Is Lahat the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 455 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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