Kanel Population 2026
Kanel has a population of 15,244, making it the #64 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Matam. Roughly 0.1% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 174× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,244
Rank in Senegal
#64
Coordinates
15.49°N, 13.18°W
~24 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
467 km
290 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Matam
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Matam | 27,695 | #42 |
| Ouro Sogui | 27,222 | #44 |
| Thilogne | 15,044 | #65 |
Cities near Kanel
- Matam27,695 people · ~20 km away
- Ouro Sogui27,222 people · ~20 km away
- Thilogne15,044 people · ~70 km away
- Ndioum20,270 people · ~194 km away
- Tambacounda149,071 people · ~199 km away
- Linguère19,191 people · ~209 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kanel?
Kanel has a population of 15,244 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #64 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Kanel in?
Kanel is located in Matam, Senegal.
Is Kanel the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 467 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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