Ottosdal Population 2026
Ottosdal has a population of 22,011, making it the #218 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in North West. It is about 428× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,011
Rank in South Africa
#218
Coordinates
26.81°S, 26.01°E
~1,495 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
248 km
154 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North West
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Rustenburg | 373,695 | #19 |
| Klerksdorp | 227,039 | #32 |
| Potchefstroom | 178,285 | #38 |
| Brits | 122,497 | #56 |
| Hammanskraal | 112,950 | #61 |
| Orkney | 110,052 | #64 |
| Stilfontein | 93,110 | #73 |
| Ga-Rankuwa | 90,945 | #78 |
Cities near Ottosdal
- Wolmaransstad49,366 people · ~43 km away
- Coligny20,701 people · ~62 km away
- Klerksdorp227,039 people · ~66 km away
- Orkney110,052 people · ~69 km away
- Lichtenburg65,863 people · ~75 km away
- Stilfontein93,110 people · ~76 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ottosdal?
Ottosdal has a population of 22,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #218 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Ottosdal in?
Ottosdal is located in North West, South Africa.
Is Ottosdal the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 248 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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