Tessaoua Population 2026
Tessaoua has a population of 58,750, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Maradi Region. Roughly 0.2% of Niger's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Niamey, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,750
Rank in Niger
#11
Coordinates
13.76°N, 7.99°E
~400 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Distance to capital (Niamey)
636 km
395 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maradi Region
| City | Population | Rank in Niger |
|---|---|---|
| Maradi | 361,702 | #2 |
| Dakoro | 39,645 | #15 |
| Tibiri | 34,529 | #21 |
| Guidan Roumdji | 23,718 | #30 |
| Aguié | 23,545 | #31 |
| Mayahi | 22,183 | #32 |
| Gazaoua | 19,860 | #36 |
| Madarounfa | 16,538 | #41 |
Cities near Tessaoua
FAQ
What is the population of Tessaoua?
Tessaoua has a population of 58,750 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Tessaoua in?
Tessaoua is located in Maradi Region, Niger.
Is Tessaoua the capital of Niger?
No, the capital of Niger is Niamey, about 636 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.