Al Qiţena Population 2026
Al Qiţena has a population of 18,321, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in White Nile. It is about 108× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,321
Rank in Sudan
#72
Coordinates
14.86°N, 32.37°E
~387 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
78 km
48 miles, straight line
Other big cities in White Nile
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Kosti | 345,068 | #9 |
| Rabak | 135,281 | #16 |
| Ad Douiem | 87,068 | #25 |
| Tandaltī | 31,329 | #51 |
| Al-Quṭaynah | 26,893 | #57 |
| Al Jazeera Aba | 21,683 | #65 |
Cities near Al Qiţena
- Al-Quṭaynah26,893 people · ~18 km away
- Khartoum1,974,647 people · ~78 km away
- Omdurman1,849,659 people · ~88 km away
- Khartoum North1,012,211 people · ~89 km away
- Al Hilāliyya17,345 people · ~94 km away
- Al Manāqil128,297 people · ~96 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Qiţena?
Al Qiţena has a population of 18,321 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Al Qiţena in?
Al Qiţena is located in White Nile, Sudan.
Is Al Qiţena the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 78 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.