Befandriana Population 2026
Befandriana has a population of 18,596, making it the #93 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Sofia. Roughly 0.1% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,596
Rank in Madagascar
#93
Coordinates
15.26°S, 48.54°E
~280 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
420 km
261 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sofia
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Antsohihy | 40,512 | #33 |
| Maromandia | 33,596 | #50 |
| Bealanana | 32,764 | #53 |
| Mampikony | 30,282 | #57 |
| Boriziny | 23,906 | #76 |
Cities near Befandriana
- Antsohihy40,512 people · ~73 km away
- Bealanana32,764 people · ~82 km away
- Boriziny23,906 people · ~99 km away
- Maromandia33,596 people · ~126 km away
- Maroantsetra45,041 people · ~130 km away
- Mampikony30,282 people · ~133 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Befandriana?
Befandriana has a population of 18,596 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #93 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Befandriana in?
Befandriana is located in Sofia, Madagascar.
Is Befandriana the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 420 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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