La Grita Population 2026
La Grita has a population of 37,545, making it the #139 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Táchira. Roughly 0.1% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 80× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,545
Rank in Venezuela
#139
Coordinates
8.13°N, 71.98°W
~1,456 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
618 km
384 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Táchira
| City | Population | Rank in Venezuela |
|---|---|---|
| San Cristóbal | 289,852 | #17 |
| Táriba | 138,402 | #46 |
| Rubio | 93,197 | #70 |
| San Antonio del Táchira | 66,392 | #91 |
| Colón | 62,513 | #96 |
| La Fría | 61,568 | #97 |
| Ureña | 56,509 | #103 |
| San Josecito | 54,669 | #106 |
Cities near La Grita
FAQ
What is the population of La Grita?
La Grita has a population of 37,545 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #139 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is La Grita in?
La Grita is located in Táchira, Venezuela.
Is La Grita the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 618 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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