Faya-Largeau Population 2026
Faya-Largeau has a population of 44,011, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇹🇩 Chad, located in Borkou. Roughly 0.2% of Chad's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than N'Djamena, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,011
Rank in Chad
#17
Coordinates
17.93°N, 19.10°E
~242 m elevation · Africa/Ndjamena
Distance to capital (N'Djamena)
780 km
484 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Faya-Largeau?
Faya-Largeau has a population of 44,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Chad.
What region is Faya-Largeau in?
Faya-Largeau is located in Borkou, Chad.
Is Faya-Largeau the capital of Chad?
No, the capital of Chad is N'Djamena, about 780 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.