Ugie Population 2026
Ugie has a population of 16,133, making it the #275 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Eastern Cape. It is about 584× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,133
Rank in South Africa
#275
Coordinates
31.20°S, 28.23°E
~1,316 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
606 km
376 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 |
| Bhisho | 137,287 | #50 |
| Queenstown | 118,599 | #58 |
| Qonce | 93,072 | #74 |
Cities near Ugie
- Tlokoeng15,884 people · ~62 km away
- Mthatha164,848 people · ~68 km away
- Lady Frere25,041 people · ~110 km away
- Butterworth53,086 people · ~126 km away
- Kokstad61,751 people · ~135 km away
- Zastron18,699 people · ~148 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ugie?
Ugie has a population of 16,133 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #275 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Ugie in?
Ugie is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Is Ugie the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 606 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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