Tékane Population 2026
Tékane has a population of 22,041, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇲🇷 Mauritania, located in Trarza. Roughly 0.4% of Mauritania's population lives here. It is about 54× smaller than Nouakchott, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,041
Rank in Mauritania
#18
Coordinates
16.60°N, 15.35°W
~6 m elevation · Africa/Nouakchott
Distance to capital (Nouakchott)
178 km
111 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Trarza
| City | Population | Rank in Mauritania |
|---|---|---|
| Boutilimitt | 27,170 | #16 |
| Rosso | 15,870 | #22 |
Cities near Tékane
- Rosso15,870 people · ~50 km away
- Bogué20,291 people · ~116 km away
- Boutilimitt27,170 people · ~126 km away
- Aleg19,183 people · ~161 km away
- Nouakchott1,184,530 people · ~178 km away
- Dar Naim61,089 people · ~178 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tékane?
Tékane has a population of 22,041 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Mauritania.
What region is Tékane in?
Tékane is located in Trarza, Mauritania.
Is Tékane the capital of Mauritania?
No, the capital of Mauritania is Nouakchott, about 178 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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