Chad

Republic of Chad

"A landlocked Central African country known for its diverse landscapes from desert to savanna."

Middle Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

N'Djamena

12.11°, 15.05°

Official Languages

Arabic, French

Population

19.32M

Total Area

1.28M km²

Population Density

15.05 people per km²

Currency

Central African CFA franc

Fr

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#65
19,319,064

Population+4.6%

2023
#192
55.07

Life Expectancy

2023
#98
24.4%

Urban Population

2023
#2
6.12

Fertility Rate

2023
#189
13.2%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#142
$13.15B

GDP+4.1%

2023
#182
$680.64

GDP per Capita

2023
#152
8.9%

Inflation

2024
#6
1.1%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#99
37.4

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Chad

What is the capital of Chad?

Chad's capital city is N'Djamena.

What is the population of Chad?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Chad is approximately 19.32M people. This makes it the 65th most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Chad?

Chad spans a total area of approximately 1,284,000 square kilometers (495,754.97 square miles).

Which continent is Chad in?

Chad is located in Africa, specifically within the Middle Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Chad?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Chad is approximately $13.15B USD. This ranks Chad as the 142nd largest economy out of 192 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.