Tegal Population 2026
Tegal has a population of 297,173, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. Roughly 0.1% of Indonesia's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
297,173
Rank in Indonesia
#50
Coordinates
6.87°S, 109.14°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
264 km
164 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 |
| Cilacap | 256,996 | #57 |
| Purwokerto | 230,235 | #63 |
| Salatiga | 198,971 | #82 |
| Pemalang | 184,149 | #90 |
Cities near Tegal
FAQ
What is the population of Tegal?
Tegal has a population of 297,173 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Tegal in?
Tegal is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Tegal the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 264 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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