Chunga Population 2026
Chunga has a population of 115,539, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Lusaka Province. Roughly 0.5% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
115,539
Rank in Zambia
#13
Coordinates
15.32°S, 28.27°E
~1,197 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
10 km
6 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lusaka Province
| City | Population | Rank in Zambia |
|---|---|---|
| Lusaka | 2,212,301 | #1 |
| Kafue | 104,174 | #17 |
| Namalombwe | 97,758 | #20 |
| Madido | 80,782 | #23 |
| Chongwe | 57,443 | #28 |
| Chilanga Township | 54,046 | #30 |
| Chisankane | 41,014 | #37 |
| Lusaka West | 21,655 | #61 |
Cities near Chunga
- Lusaka2,212,301 people · ~10 km away
- Namalombwe97,758 people · ~12 km away
- Madido80,782 people · ~12 km away
- Lusaka West21,655 people · ~17 km away
- Ntandabale20,254 people · ~18 km away
- Chisankane41,014 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chunga?
Chunga has a population of 115,539 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Chunga in?
Chunga is located in Lusaka Province, Zambia.
Is Chunga the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 10 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.