Balaka, Southern Region

Malawi

Provincial capital14.9793° S, 34.9558° E

Located in Southern Region, Malawi, Balaka is a provincial capital. It is home to 40,950 people.

Population40,950

ProvinceSouthern Region

Coordinates14.9793° S, 34.9558° E

CountryMalawi

Rank in Malawi#10 of 7,980

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About Balaka

The location of Balaka corresponds to 14.98° S, 34.96° E, in the Southern Hemisphere. It is within the Southern Region area of Malawi.

Among the 7,980 cities of Malawi, Balaka holds position #10 with a population of 40,950.

Cities in Southern Region

Southern Region is one of Malawi's administrative regions. Balaka is one of its main cities, along with Blantyre, Zomba, Mangochi. Balaka has 40,950 inhabitants.

Blantyre902,588 Zomba118,440 Mangochi60,338 Liwonde41,077 Nsanje30,276 Mwanza20,345 Monkey Bay16,867 Mulanje16,672 Luchenza14,211 Thyolo8,845

Nearby Cities

Around Balaka, 20 nearby populated places have been recorded within 25 km.

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#1 Lilongwe1,115,815 #2 Blantyre902,588 #3 Mzuzu249,564 #4 Zomba118,440 #5 Karonga69,486

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Balaka?

Balaka has a population of 40,950. It ranks #10 in Malawi by population.

What province or state is Balaka in?

Balaka is located in Southern Region, Malawi.

Where is Balaka located?

Balaka is located at coordinates 14.98° S, 34.96° E in Southern Region, Malawi.

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