Aliwal North Population 2026
Aliwal North has a population of 44,436, making it the #133 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Eastern Cape. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 212× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,436
Rank in South Africa
#133
Coordinates
30.69°S, 26.71°E
~1,325 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
569 km
353 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Gqeberha | 1,050,078 | #6 |
| East London | 478,676 | #13 |
| Kariega | 291,052 | #25 |
| Mdantsane | 205,504 | #34 |
| Mthatha | 164,848 | #39 |
| Bhisho | 137,287 | #50 |
| Queenstown | 118,599 | #58 |
| Qonce | 93,072 | #74 |
Cities near Aliwal North
- Burgersdorp19,159 people · ~50 km away
- Zastron18,699 people · ~56 km away
- Lady Frere25,041 people · ~123 km away
- Queenstown118,599 people · ~135 km away
- Ugie16,133 people · ~156 km away
- Botshabelo309,714 people · ~159 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Aliwal North?
Aliwal North has a population of 44,436 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #133 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Aliwal North in?
Aliwal North is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Is Aliwal North the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 569 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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