Bignona Population 2026
Bignona has a population of 28,642, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Ziguinchor. Roughly 0.1% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 92× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,642
Rank in Senegal
#41
Coordinates
12.81°N, 16.23°W
~30 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ziguinchor
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Ziguinchor | 214,874 | #11 |
Cities near Bignona
- Ziguinchor214,874 people · ~27 km away
- Goudomp18,239 people · ~46 km away
- Sédhiou31,511 people · ~73 km away
- Nioro du Rip20,784 people · ~114 km away
- Kolda103,574 people · ~140 km away
- Kaolack298,904 people · ~150 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bignona?
Bignona has a population of 28,642 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Bignona in?
Bignona is located in Ziguinchor, Senegal.
Is Bignona the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 247 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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