Wangon Population 2026
Wangon has a population of 35,530, making it the #337 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in Central Java. It is about 240× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,530
Rank in Indonesia
#337
Coordinates
7.52°S, 109.05°E
~32 m elevation · Asia/Jakarta
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
284 km
176 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 |
| Tegal | 297,173 | #50 |
| Cilacap | 256,996 | #57 |
| Purwokerto | 230,235 | #63 |
| Salatiga | 198,971 | #82 |
Cities near Wangon
FAQ
What is the population of Wangon?
Wangon has a population of 35,530 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #337 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Wangon in?
Wangon is located in Central Java, Indonesia.
Is Wangon the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 284 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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