Al-Fashaqah Population 2026
Al-Fashaqah has a population of 21,106, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Al Qaḑārif. It is about 94× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,106
Rank in Sudan
#66
Coordinates
14.40°N, 35.87°E
~497 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
380 km
236 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Al Qaḑārif
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Al Qadarif | 363,945 | #8 |
| Khashm al Qirbah | 42,900 | #39 |
| Al-Fāw | 30,629 | #53 |
| Al Ḩawātah | 30,184 | #54 |
| Doka | 19,821 | #69 |
Cities near Al-Fashaqah
- Khashm al Qirbah42,900 people · ~64 km away
- Al Qadarif363,945 people · ~66 km away
- Doka19,821 people · ~99 km away
- New Halfa63,589 people · ~108 km away
- Kassala401,477 people · ~130 km away
- Al Ḩawātah30,184 people · ~172 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al-Fashaqah?
Al-Fashaqah has a population of 21,106 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Al-Fashaqah in?
Al-Fashaqah is located in Al Qaḑārif, Sudan.
Is Al-Fashaqah the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 380 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.