Sennar Population 2026
Sennar has a population of 130,122, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Sennar. Roughly 0.2% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,122
Rank in Sudan
#18
Coordinates
13.57°N, 33.57°E
~427 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sennar
Cities near Sennar
FAQ
What is the population of Sennar?
Sennar has a population of 130,122 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Sennar in?
Sennar is located in Sennar, Sudan.
Is Sennar the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 247 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.