Al Qadarif Population 2026
Al Qadarif has a population of 363,945, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Al Qaḑārif. Roughly 0.7% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 5.4× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
363,945
Rank in Sudan
#8
Coordinates
14.03°N, 35.38°E
~608 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
350 km
217 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Al Qaḑārif
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Khashm al Qirbah | 42,900 | #39 |
| Al-Fāw | 30,629 | #53 |
| Al Ḩawātah | 30,184 | #54 |
| Al-Fashaqah | 21,106 | #66 |
| Doka | 19,821 | #69 |
Cities near Al Qadarif
- Al-Fashaqah21,106 people · ~66 km away
- Doka19,821 people · ~71 km away
- Al Ḩawātah30,184 people · ~106 km away
- Khashm al Qirbah42,900 people · ~118 km away
- Al-Fāw30,629 people · ~140 km away
- New Halfa63,589 people · ~146 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Qadarif?
Al Qadarif has a population of 363,945 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Al Qadarif in?
Al Qadarif is located in Al Qaḑārif, Sudan.
Is Al Qadarif the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 350 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.