Caia Population 2026
Caia has a population of 21,179, making it the #57 biggest city in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, located in Sofala. Roughly 0.1% of Mozambique's population lives here. It is about 59× smaller than Maputo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,179
Rank in Mozambique
#57
Coordinates
17.82°S, 35.34°E
~35 m elevation · Africa/Maputo
Distance to capital (Maputo)
949 km
589 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sofala
Cities near Caia
FAQ
What is the population of Caia?
Caia has a population of 21,179 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #57 biggest city in Mozambique.
What region is Caia in?
Caia is located in Sofala, Mozambique.
Is Caia the capital of Mozambique?
No, the capital of Mozambique is Maputo, about 949 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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