Chake Chake Population 2026
Chake Chake has a population of 52,047, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Pemba South. Roughly 0.1% of Tanzania's population lives here. It is about 103× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,047
Rank in Tanzania
#51
Coordinates
5.25°S, 39.77°E
~19 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
457 km
284 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pemba South
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Mkoani | 23,719 | #134 |
Cities near Chake Chake
FAQ
What is the population of Chake Chake?
Chake Chake has a population of 52,047 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Chake Chake in?
Chake Chake is located in Pemba South, Tanzania.
Is Chake Chake the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 457 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.
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