Chaparral Population 2026
Chaparral has a population of 19,982, making it the #250 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Tolima Department. It is about 384× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,982
Rank in Colombia
#250
Coordinates
3.72°N, 75.48°W
~856 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
184 km
114 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tolima Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Ibagué | 529,635 | #9 |
| Espinal | 56,213 | #87 |
| Líbano | 39,459 | #129 |
| Payandé | 37,496 | #135 |
| San Sebastián de Mariquita | 33,340 | #153 |
| Guamo | 30,516 | #164 |
| Purificación | 29,539 | #170 |
| Flandes | 29,296 | #172 |
Cities near Chaparral
FAQ
What is the population of Chaparral?
Chaparral has a population of 19,982 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #250 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Chaparral in?
Chaparral is located in Tolima Department, Colombia.
Is Chaparral the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 184 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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