Betafo Population 2026
Betafo has a population of 36,364, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Vakinankaratra. Roughly 0.1% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,364
Rank in Madagascar
#46
Coordinates
19.83°S, 46.85°E
~1,371 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
125 km
78 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vakinankaratra
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Antsirabe | 260,907 | #3 |
| Antanifotsy | 70,626 | #12 |
| Faratsiho | 37,563 | #41 |
| Ambatolampy | 34,198 | #49 |
| Miandrarivo | 27,000 | #66 |
| Soanindrariny | 21,000 | #86 |
Cities near Betafo
- Antsirabe260,907 people · ~20 km away
- Soanindrariny21,000 people · ~41 km away
- Miandrarivo27,000 people · ~46 km away
- Faratsiho37,563 people · ~49 km away
- Antanifotsy70,626 people · ~53 km away
- Fandriana30,958 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Betafo?
Betafo has a population of 36,364 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Betafo in?
Betafo is located in Vakinankaratra, Madagascar.
Is Betafo the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 125 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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