Tsaratanana Population 2026
Tsaratanana has a population of 26,446, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Betsiboka. Roughly 0.1% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,446
Rank in Madagascar
#68
Coordinates
16.80°S, 47.65°E
~349 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
236 km
147 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Betsiboka
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Maevatanana | 27,459 | #63 |
Cities near Tsaratanana
- Mampikony30,282 people · ~78 km away
- Maevatanana27,459 people · ~89 km away
- Andilamena39,428 people · ~101 km away
- Ambato Boeny35,432 people · ~106 km away
- Amparafaravola35,266 people · ~107 km away
- Imerimandroso15,095 people · ~122 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tsaratanana?
Tsaratanana has a population of 26,446 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Tsaratanana in?
Tsaratanana is located in Betsiboka, Madagascar.
Is Tsaratanana the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 236 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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