Surakarta Population 2026
Surakarta has a population of 526,870, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. Roughly 0.2% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
526,870
Rank in Indonesia
#29
Coordinates
7.56°S, 110.83°E
~100 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
465 km
289 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Java
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Semarang | 1,694,740 | #9 |
| Jepara | 1,257,912 | #13 |
| Pekalongan | 324,564 | #44 |
| Tegal | 297,173 | #50 |
| Cilacap | 256,996 | #57 |
| Purwokerto | 230,235 | #63 |
| Salatiga | 198,971 | #82 |
| Pemalang | 184,149 | #90 |
Cities near Surakarta
FAQ
What is the population of Surakarta?
Surakarta has a population of 526,870 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Surakarta in?
Surakarta is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Surakarta the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 465 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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