Bafilo Population 2026
Bafilo has a population of 22,543, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇹🇬 Togo, located in Kara. Roughly 0.2% of Togo's population lives here. It is about 97× smaller than Lomé, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,543
Rank in Togo
#18
Coordinates
9.35°N, 1.27°E
~608 m elevation · Africa/Lome
Distance to capital (Lomé)
358 km
222 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kara
| City | Population | Rank in Togo |
|---|---|---|
| Kara | 104,207 | #3 |
| Bassar | 61,845 | #6 |
| Niamtougou | 23,261 | #17 |
Cities near Bafilo
FAQ
What is the population of Bafilo?
Bafilo has a population of 22,543 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Togo.
What region is Bafilo in?
Bafilo is located in Kara, Togo.
Is Bafilo the capital of Togo?
No, the capital of Togo is Lomé, about 358 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.