Solok Population 2026
Solok has a population of 73,438, making it the #212 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in West Sumatra. It is about 116× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,438
Rank in Indonesia
#212
Coordinates
0.80°S, 100.66°E
~392 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
913 km
567 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Sumatra
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Padang | 942,938 | #17 |
| Payakumbuh | 139,576 | #115 |
| Bukittinggi | 121,028 | #138 |
| Pariaman | 92,183 | #176 |
| Padangpanjang | 58,627 | #245 |
| Sijunjung | 27,786 | #385 |
Cities near Solok
- Sijunjung27,786 people · ~37 km away
- Padang942,938 people · ~38 km away
- Padangpanjang58,627 people · ~47 km away
- Pariaman92,183 people · ~63 km away
- Bukittinggi121,028 people · ~63 km away
- Payakumbuh139,576 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Solok?
Solok has a population of 73,438 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #212 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Solok in?
Solok is located in West Sumatra, Indonesia.
Is Solok the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 913 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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