Er Roseires Population 2026
Er Roseires has a population of 58,712, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Blue Nile. Roughly 0.1% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
58,712
Rank in Sudan
#30
Coordinates
11.87°N, 34.39°E
~472 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
456 km
283 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Blue Nile
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Ad-Damazin | 186,051 | #14 |
Cities near Er Roseires
- Ad-Damazin186,051 people · ~9 km away
- Ad Dindar15,144 people · ~150 km away
- Singa250,000 people · ~151 km away
- Ad-Dindar25,567 people · ~166 km away
- As Sūkī33,524 people · ~170 km away
- Al Ḩawātah30,184 people · ~174 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Er Roseires?
Er Roseires has a population of 58,712 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Er Roseires in?
Er Roseires is located in Blue Nile, Sudan.
Is Er Roseires the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 456 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.