Al-Fāw Population 2026
Al-Fāw has a population of 30,629, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Al Qaḑārif. Roughly 0.1% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 64× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,629
Rank in Sudan
#53
Coordinates
14.11°N, 34.09°E
~442 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
232 km
144 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 Ḩawātah | 30,184 | #54 |
| Al-Fashaqah | 21,106 | #66 |
| Doka | 19,821 | #69 |
Cities near Al-Fāw
- Wad Medani332,714 people · ~70 km away
- Sennar130,122 people · ~82 km away
- Ad-Dindar25,567 people · ~86 km away
- Maiurno28,727 people · ~90 km away
- As Sūkī33,524 people · ~91 km away
- Umm Shawkah20,302 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al-Fāw?
Al-Fāw has a population of 30,629 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Al-Fāw in?
Al-Fāw is located in Al Qaḑārif, Sudan.
Is Al-Fāw the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 232 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.