Al Hilāliyya Population 2026
Al Hilāliyya has a population of 17,345, making it the #73 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Al Jazirah. It is about 114× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,345
Rank in Sudan
#73
Coordinates
14.94°N, 33.23°E
~398 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
101 km
63 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Al Jazirah
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Wad Medani | 332,714 | #10 |
| Al Manāqil | 128,297 | #19 |
| Al Hasaheisa | 47,408 | #37 |
| Rufā‘a | 28,374 | #56 |
Cities near Al Hilāliyya
- Al Hasaheisa47,408 people · ~22 km away
- Rufā‘a28,374 people · ~25 km away
- Wad Medani332,714 people · ~67 km away
- Al Manāqil128,297 people · ~82 km away
- Al Qiţena18,321 people · ~94 km away
- Kināna26,233 people · ~101 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Hilāliyya?
Al Hilāliyya has a population of 17,345 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #73 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Al Hilāliyya in?
Al Hilāliyya is located in Al Jazirah, Sudan.
Is Al Hilāliyya the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 101 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.