Sh'īarīah Population 2026
Sh'īarīah has a population of 48,966, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Eastern Darfur. Roughly 0.1% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,966
Rank in Sudan
#36
Coordinates
12.44°N, 25.58°E
~570 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
826 km
513 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Darfur
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| El Daein | 264,734 | #11 |
Cities near Sh'īarīah
FAQ
What is the population of Sh'īarīah?
Sh'īarīah has a population of 48,966 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Sh'īarīah in?
Sh'īarīah is located in Eastern Darfur, Sudan.
Is Sh'īarīah the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 826 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.