Bhisho Population 2026
Bhisho has a population of 137,287, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Eastern Cape. Roughly 0.2% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
137,287
Rank in South Africa
#50
Coordinates
32.85°S, 27.44°E
~535 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
793 km
492 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Gqeberha | 1,050,078 | #6 |
| East London | 478,676 | #13 |
| Kariega | 291,052 | #25 |
| Mdantsane | 205,504 | #34 |
| Mthatha | 164,848 | #39 |
| Queenstown | 118,599 | #58 |
| Qonce | 93,072 | #74 |
| Grahamstown | 91,548 | #76 |
Cities near Bhisho
- Qonce93,072 people · ~6 km away
- Dimbaza26,099 people · ~21 km away
- Stutterheim35,510 people · ~31 km away
- Mdantsane205,504 people · ~33 km away
- East London478,676 people · ~48 km away
- Alice18,141 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bhisho?
Bhisho has a population of 137,287 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Bhisho in?
Bhisho is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Is Bhisho the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 793 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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