Ambarakaraka Population 2026
Ambarakaraka has a population of 16,114, making it the #100 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Diana. It is about 84× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,114
Rank in Madagascar
#100
Coordinates
13.50°S, 48.87°E
~50 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
618 km
384 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Diana
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Antsiranana | 136,959 | #7 |
| Ambilobe | 66,029 | #14 |
| Ambanja | 63,884 | #15 |
| Hell-Ville | 53,219 | #19 |
| Antsohimbondrona | 32,080 | #54 |
Cities near Ambarakaraka
- Ambilobe66,029 people · ~39 km away
- Antsohimbondrona32,080 people · ~46 km away
- Ambanja63,884 people · ~48 km away
- Hell-Ville53,219 people · ~66 km away
- Maromandia33,596 people · ~116 km away
- Bealanana32,764 people · ~117 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ambarakaraka?
Ambarakaraka has a population of 16,114 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #100 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Ambarakaraka in?
Ambarakaraka is located in Diana, Madagascar.
Is Ambarakaraka the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 618 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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