El Fasher Population 2026
El Fasher has a population of 252,609, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Northern Darfur. Roughly 0.5% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 7.8× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
252,609
Rank in Sudan
#12
Coordinates
13.63°N, 25.35°E
~748 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
802 km
498 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Darfur
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Mellit | 50,165 | #35 |
| Kabkābīyah | 42,376 | #41 |
| Kutum | 34,694 | #48 |
Cities near El Fasher
FAQ
What is the population of El Fasher?
El Fasher has a population of 252,609 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is El Fasher in?
El Fasher is located in Northern Darfur, Sudan.
Is El Fasher the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 802 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.