Michelena Population 2026
Michelena has a population of 20,539, making it the #194 biggest city in 🇻🇪 Venezuela, located in Táchira. Roughly 0.1% of Venezuela's population lives here. It is about 146× smaller than Caracas, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,539
Rank in Venezuela
#194
Coordinates
7.96°N, 72.24°W
~1,230 m elevation · America/Caracas
Distance to capital (Caracas)
652 km
405 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 Michelena
- Colón62,513 people · ~9 km away
- Palmira48,087 people · ~13 km away
- Táriba138,402 people · ~15 km away
- Capacho Nuevo40,169 people · ~16 km away
- San Cristóbal289,852 people · ~21 km away
- Ureña56,509 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Michelena?
Michelena has a population of 20,539 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #194 biggest city in Venezuela.
What region is Michelena in?
Michelena is located in Táchira, Venezuela.
Is Michelena the capital of Venezuela?
No, the capital of Venezuela is Caracas, about 652 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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