Koungheul Population 2026
Koungheul has a population of 31,149, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Kaffrine. Roughly 0.2% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 85× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,149
Rank in Senegal
#39
Coordinates
13.98°N, 14.80°W
~17 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
296 km
184 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kaffrine
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Kaffrine | 57,307 | #23 |
| Koungneul Sossé | 20,942 | #51 |
Cities near Koungheul
- Koungneul Sossé20,942 people · ~3 km away
- Koumpentoum15,723 people · ~25 km away
- Kaffrine57,307 people · ~82 km away
- Nioro du Rip20,784 people · ~111 km away
- Vélingara45,431 people · ~118 km away
- Kolda103,574 people · ~122 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Koungheul?
Koungheul has a population of 31,149 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Koungheul in?
Koungheul is located in Kaffrine, Senegal.
Is Koungheul the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 296 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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