Bothaville Population 2026
Bothaville has a population of 71,934, making it the #93 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 131× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,934
Rank in South Africa
#93
Coordinates
27.39°S, 26.62°E
~1,276 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
240 km
149 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Free State
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | 556,637 | #11 |
| Welkom | 431,944 | #16 |
| Botshabelo | 309,714 | #23 |
| Sasolburg | 135,828 | #51 |
| Virginia | 122,502 | #55 |
| Kroonstad | 117,152 | #59 |
| Kutloanong | 95,008 | #72 |
| Bethlehem | 91,075 | #77 |
Cities near Bothaville
- Viljoenskroon54,955 people · ~38 km away
- Orkney110,052 people · ~46 km away
- Kutloanong95,008 people · ~51 km away
- Odendaalsrus76,371 people · ~54 km away
- Klerksdorp227,039 people · ~60 km away
- Stilfontein93,110 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bothaville?
Bothaville has a population of 71,934 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #93 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Bothaville in?
Bothaville is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Bothaville the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 240 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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