Sinkat Population 2026
Sinkat has a population of 35,617, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Red Sea. Roughly 0.1% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,617
Rank in Sudan
#46
Coordinates
18.84°N, 36.84°E
~871 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
585 km
363 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Red Sea
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Port Sudan | 489,725 | #5 |
| Suakin | 42,456 | #40 |
| Tokār | 37,051 | #44 |
| Jubayt | 30,856 | #52 |
Cities near Sinkat
FAQ
What is the population of Sinkat?
Sinkat has a population of 35,617 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Sinkat in?
Sinkat is located in Red Sea, Sudan.
Is Sinkat the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 585 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.