An Nuhūd Population 2026
An Nuhūd has a population of 108,008, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in West Kordofan. Roughly 0.2% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
108,008
Rank in Sudan
#22
Coordinates
12.70°N, 28.43°E
~571 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
544 km
338 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Kordofan
Cities near An Nuhūd
FAQ
What is the population of An Nuhūd?
An Nuhūd has a population of 108,008 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is An Nuhūd in?
An Nuhūd is located in West Kordofan, Sudan.
Is An Nuhūd the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 544 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.