Sintang Population 2026
Sintang has a population of 85,000, making it the #191 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in West Kalimantan. It is about 100× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
85,000
Rank in Indonesia
#191
Coordinates
0.07°N, 111.50°E
~24 m elevation · Asia/Pontianak
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
869 km
540 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Kalimantan
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Pontianak | 686,019 | #23 |
| Singkawang | 253,812 | #59 |
| Kota Sambas | 57,295 | #249 |
| Pemangkat | 54,259 | #262 |
| Sungai Raya | 47,735 | #287 |
| Bengkayang | 33,385 | #349 |
| Manismata | 18,888 | #437 |
Cities near Sintang
- Pontianak686,019 people · ~242 km away
- Bengkayang33,385 people · ~245 km away
- Kota Sambas57,295 people · ~284 km away
- Manismata18,888 people · ~286 km away
- Singkawang253,812 people · ~295 km away
- Sungai Raya47,735 people · ~298 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sintang?
Sintang has a population of 85,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #191 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Sintang in?
Sintang is located in West Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Is Sintang the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 869 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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