Tambolaka Population 2026
Tambolaka has a population of 35,790, making it the #335 biggest city in 🇮🇩 Indonesia, located in East Nusa Tenggara. It is about 239× smaller than Jakarta, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,790
Rank in Indonesia
#335
Coordinates
9.43°S, 119.24°E
~79 m elevation · Asia/Makassar
Distance to capital (Jakarta)
1,411 km
876 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East Nusa Tenggara
| City | Population | Rank in Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
| Kupang | 474,801 | #30 |
| Labuan Bajo | 188,724 | #88 |
| Maumere | 87,720 | #184 |
| Ende | 87,269 | #186 |
| Atambua | 82,196 | #195 |
| Kefamenanu | 48,202 | #284 |
| Ruteng | 41,533 | #309 |
| Soe | 40,190 | #313 |
Cities near Tambolaka
- Waingapu35,932 people · ~115 km away
- Bima165,113 people · ~121 km away
- Labuan Bajo188,724 people · ~126 km away
- Dompu54,987 people · ~131 km away
- Ruteng41,533 people · ~162 km away
- Sumbawa Besar62,753 people · ~225 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tambolaka?
Tambolaka has a population of 35,790 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #335 biggest city in Indonesia.
What region is Tambolaka in?
Tambolaka is located in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.
Is Tambolaka the capital of Indonesia?
No, the capital of Indonesia is Jakarta, about 1,411 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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