Al-Junaynah Population 2026
Al-Junaynah has a population of 162,981, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Western Darfur. Roughly 0.3% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
162,981
Rank in Sudan
#15
Coordinates
13.45°N, 22.45°E
~797 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
1,110 km
689 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Darfur
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| El Geneina Fort | 134,264 | #17 |
| 'Ārdamatā | 55,637 | #33 |
Cities near Al-Junaynah
- El Geneina Fort134,264 people · ~3 km away
- 'Ārdamatā55,637 people · ~5 km away
- Zalinjay35,061 people · ~126 km away
- Kabkābīyah42,376 people · ~178 km away
- Kas55,255 people · ~225 km away
- Kutum34,694 people · ~254 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al-Junaynah?
Al-Junaynah has a population of 162,981 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Al-Junaynah in?
Al-Junaynah is located in Western Darfur, Sudan.
Is Al-Junaynah the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 1,110 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.