Paidha Population 2026
Paidha has a population of 37,500, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Northern Region. Roughly 0.1% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,500
Rank in Uganda
#53
Coordinates
2.42°N, 30.99°E
~1,496 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
293 km
182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Region
Cities near Paidha
FAQ
What is the population of Paidha?
Paidha has a population of 37,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Paidha in?
Paidha is located in Northern Region, Uganda.
Is Paidha the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 293 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.