Barrancas Population 2026
Barrancas has a population of 19,474, making it the #199 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Monagas. Roughly 0.1% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 154× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,474
Rank in Venezuela
#199
Coordinates
8.70°N, 62.20°W
~16 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
551 km
342 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Monagas
| City | Population | Rank in Venezuela |
|---|---|---|
| Maturín | 647,459 | #7 |
| Punta de Mata | 61,080 | #98 |
| Caripito | 43,448 | #123 |
| Temblador | 36,447 | #141 |
| Caicara | 23,625 | #184 |
Cities near Barrancas
FAQ
What is the population of Barrancas?
Barrancas has a population of 19,474 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #199 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is Barrancas in?
Barrancas is located in Monagas, Venezuela.
Is Barrancas the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 551 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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