# Nkayi

> city in Bouenza department, Republic of Congo

**Wikidata**: [Q2088506](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2088506)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nkayi,_Republic_of_the_Congo)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/nkayi

## Summary
Nkayi is a city and commune located in the Bouenza Department of the Republic of the Congo. Situated at an elevation of 181 meters above sea level, it covers an area of 15 square kilometers and had a population of 104,083 as of 2023. The city is also known by the alias "La ville sucrière" (the sugar city).

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Bouenza Department, Republic of the Congo
- **Coordinates**: Latitude -4.184166666666667, Longitude 13.288333333333334
- **Elevation**: 181 meters above sea level
- **Area**: 15 square kilometers
- **Population**: 71,620 (2007 census); 100,783 (2018 estimate); 104,083 (2023)
- **Timezone**: UTC+01:00
- **UN/LOCODE**: CGNKY
- **Aliases**: La ville sucrière, ンカイ
- **Classification**: City, commune of the Republic of the Congo

## FAQs
**What is the population of Nkayi?**
Nkayi's population was recorded as 71,620 in the 2007 census, estimated at 100,783 in 2018, and reached 104,083 in 2023.

**Where is Nkayi located?**
Nkayi is located in the Bouenza Department of the Republic of the Congo, positioned at coordinates -4.184166666666667 latitude and 13.288333333333334 longitude.

**What is Nkayi's significance in the region?**
Nkayi is known as "La ville sucrière" (the sugar city), indicating its association with sugar production. It serves as both a city and an administrative commune within the Republic of the Congo.

## Why It Matters
Nkayi represents a significant urban center in the Bouenza Department of the Republic of the Congo, with a population that has grown substantially from 71,620 in 2007 to over 104,000 by 2023. Its nickname "La ville sucrière" suggests economic importance in sugar production, contributing to the regional agricultural sector. As a commune, it holds administrative significance within the country's governmental structure. The city's inclusion in international databases such as UN/LOCODE, GeoNames, and Encyclopædia Britannica underscores its recognized status as a notable settlement.

## Notable For
- Nicknamed "La ville sucrière" (the sugar city), indicating its connection to sugar production
- Population growth of approximately 45% between 2007 (71,620) and 2023 (104,083)
- Recognition in Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- Presence in multiple international databases including UN/LOCODE, GeoNames, and OpenStreetMap
- Administrative dual status as both a city and a commune

## Body

### Geography and Location
Nkayi is situated in the Bouenza Department of the Republic of the Congo at coordinates -4.184166666666667 latitude and 13.288333333333334 longitude. The city rests at an elevation of 181 meters above sea level and encompasses a total area of 15 square kilometers. It operates within the UTC+01:00 timezone.

### Demographics
The population of Nkayi has demonstrated consistent growth over the examined period:

- **2007**: 71,620 residents (recorded via census)
- **2018**: 100,783 residents (estimated)
- **2023**: 104,083 residents

This represents an increase of approximately 45% over a 16-year period, reflecting urbanization trends in the region.

### Administrative Classification
Nkayi holds a dual administrative classification as both a city and a commune of the Republic of the Congo. This classification places it within the broader category of large human settlements. The city is administratively located within the Bouenza Department.

### International Identifiers and Databases
Nkayi is registered in numerous international identification systems and databases:

- **UN/LOCODE**: CGNKY
- **GeoNames ID**: 8521334
- **Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID**: place/Nkayi
- **OpenStreetMap Node ID**: 921657745
- **Who's On First ID**: 1310519101
- **Yale Lux ID**: place/78b26a08-d25a-4a0c-a55e-76d17fdb1218
- **Online PWN Encyclopedia ID**: 3948012
- **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007484889005171
- **Freebase ID**: /m/09bvf8

### Wikipedia and Wikidata Presence
The city maintains a presence on Wikipedia under the title "Nkayi, Republic of the Congo" and is available in 21 languages: Cebuano (ceb), German (de), English (en), Esperanto (eo), Spanish (es), Finnish (fi), French (fr), Croatian (hr), Italian (it), Japanese (ja), Kongo (kg), Lithuanian (lt), Dutch (nl), Polish (pl), Portuguese (pt), Romanian (ro), Swedish (sv), Swahili (sw), Urdu (ur), Chinese (zh), and Zulu (zu). The Wikidata description identifies it as a "city in Bouenza department, Republic of Congo." The site link count across all language versions totals 21.

### Alternative Names
The city is known by multiple names and aliases:
- **La ville sucrière**: French nickname meaning "the sugar city"
- **ンカイ**: Japanese katakana rendering of the name

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
2. [Source](https://docplayer.fr/30606203-Le-rgph-2007-en-quelques-chiffres.html)
3. [Source](https://ins-congo.cg/download/chapitre-6-statistiques-demographiques/)
4. GeoNames
5. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/cg.htm)
6. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File