Ratnapura Population 2026
Ratnapura has a population of 47,832, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka, located in Sabaragamuwa Province. Roughly 0.2% of Sri Lanka's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Colombo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,832
Rank in Sri Lanka
#28
Coordinates
6.69°N, 80.40°E
~73 m elevation · Asia/Colombo
Distance to capital (Colombo)
67 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sabaragamuwa Province
| City | Population | Rank in Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Kegalle | 17,962 | #59 |
Cities near Ratnapura
FAQ
What is the population of Ratnapura?
Ratnapura has a population of 47,832 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Sri Lanka.
What region is Ratnapura in?
Ratnapura is located in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka.
Is Ratnapura the capital of Sri Lanka?
No, the capital of Sri Lanka is Colombo, about 67 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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