Huanta Population 2026
Huanta has a population of 18,627, making it the #114 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in Ayacucho. Roughly 0.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 415× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,627
Rank in Peru
#114
Coordinates
12.93°S, 74.25°W
~2,659 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
317 km
197 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ayacucho
| City | Population | Rank in Peru |
|---|---|---|
| Ayacucho | 140,033 | #20 |
Cities near Huanta
- Ayacucho140,033 people · ~26 km away
- Huancavelica49,570 people · ~80 km away
- Andahuaylas17,444 people · ~123 km away
- Chilca73,371 people · ~140 km away
- Huancayo456,250 people · ~142 km away
- Santa Ana25,145 people · ~166 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Huanta?
Huanta has a population of 18,627 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #114 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Huanta in?
Huanta is located in Ayacucho, Peru.
Is Huanta the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 317 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.