Busembatia Population 2026
Busembatia has a population of 15,889, making it the #137 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Eastern Region. It is about 106× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,889
Rank in Uganda
#137
Coordinates
0.78°N, 33.62°E
~1,123 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
127 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Region
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FAQ
What is the population of Busembatia?
Busembatia has a population of 15,889 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #137 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Busembatia in?
Busembatia is located in Eastern Region, Uganda.
Is Busembatia the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 127 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.