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Sirte, Surt

Libya

Regional capital31.2089° N, 16.5887° E

Sirte is a regional capital situated in Surt, Libya. Its population is 106,705.

Population106,705

ProvinceSurt

Coordinates31.2089° N, 16.5887° E

CountryLibya

Rank in Libya#15 of 909

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About Sirte

Sirte is situated at 31.21° N, 16.59° E in the Northern Hemisphere. It falls under the Surt region of Libya.

Sirte occupies position #15 by population in Libya, with 106,705 inhabitants across 909 registered cities.

Cities in Surt

Within the Surt region of Libya, Sirte stands alongside cities like Bin Jawwād, Qasr Abu Hadi, Ribat. Sirte has 106,705 inhabitants.

Bin Jawwād15,509 Qasr Abu Hadi4,890 Ribat Qaryat Bū Nujaym As Sulţān An Nawfalīyah Minţaqat Wādī Harāwah Buwayrāt al Ḩasūn

Nearby Cities

In the vicinity of Sirte, there are 2 cities and towns within 25 km.

RibatNeighborhood

Qasr Abu HadiCity · 4,890 inhab.

Universities in Sirte

Sirte is home to 1 universities and higher education institutions.

University	Founded	Type	QS
Sirte University	1991	—	—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sirte?

Sirte has a population of 106,705. It ranks #15 in Libya by population.

What province or state is Sirte in?

Sirte is located in Surt, Libya.

Where is Sirte located?

Sirte is located at coordinates 31.21° N, 16.59° E in Surt, Libya.

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