Vélingara Population 2026
Vélingara has a population of 45,431, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Kolda. Roughly 0.2% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,431
Rank in Senegal
#28
Coordinates
13.15°N, 14.12°W
~50 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
398 km
247 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kolda
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Kolda | 103,574 | #15 |
| Médina Gounas | 36,588 | #35 |
| Diaoubé | 26,165 | #46 |
Cities near Vélingara
- Diaoubé26,165 people · ~27 km away
- Médina Gounas36,588 people · ~39 km away
- Tambacounda149,071 people · ~84 km away
- Kolda103,574 people · ~94 km away
- Koumpentoum15,723 people · ~105 km away
- Koungneul Sossé20,942 people · ~118 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Vélingara?
Vélingara has a population of 45,431 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Vélingara in?
Vélingara is located in Kolda, Senegal.
Is Vélingara the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 398 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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