# Outapi > town in Namibia **Wikidata**: [Q1758215](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1758215) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outapi) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/outapi ## Summary Outapi is a town in Namibia that serves as the capital of the Omusati Region. It is classified as a city and had a population of 13,664 according to the 2023 census. The town is also known by several aliases, including Ombalantu and Uutapi. ## Key Facts - **Location**: Outapi is located in the Omusati Region of Namibia, where it serves as the regional capital. - **Population**: The town has a population of 13,664 as of the 2023 census (preferred data). A previous record indicates a population of 4,606 in 2005. - **Coordinates**: The town is situated at coordinates -17.502777777778 latitude and 14.985555555556 longitude (alternate coordinates: -17.5, 14.98333). - **Timezone**: Outapi operates on UTC+01:00. - **Local Dialing Code**: The local dialing code for the town is 60. - **Administrative Status**: Outapi is an instance of a city and shares a border with Ogongo. - **Official Website**: The town's official website is http://www.otc.iway.na/. - **Aliases**: The town is also known as Ombalantu, Uutapi, and 翁巴兰图. ## FAQs **What is the population of Outapi?** According to the 2023 Population and Housing Census, Outapi has a population of 13,664. Historical data from 2005 records the population at 4,606. **Where is Outapi located?** Outapi is situated in the Omusati Region of Namibia and serves as the region's capital. It shares a border with the settlement of Ogongo. **What are the alternative names for Outapi?** The town is known by several aliases, including Ombalantu, Uutapi, and the Chinese name 翁巴兰图. ## Why It Matters As the capital of the Omusati Region, Outapi serves as a key administrative center in northern Namibia. Its classification as a city and its role as a regional hub are underscored by its official governance structures, evidenced by its own coat of arms and municipal website. The town's inclusion in 24 different language editions of Wikipedia highlights its global recognition and relevance as a geographic entity. ## Notable For - Serving as the administrative capital of the Omusati Region. - Significant population growth, with numbers rising from 4,606 in 2005 to 13,664 in 2023. - Having a distinct civic identity, represented by its own coat of arms. - Being the subject of a Wikimedia Commons category and having a main street image documented in the public domain. ## Body ### Geography and Administration Outapi is a town located in the Omusati Region of Namibia. It holds the status of the regional capital and is classified as a city. Geographically, it is positioned at a latitude of -17.502777777778 and a longitude of 14.985555555556, though an alternate coordinate set (-17.5, 14.98333) is also recorded. The town shares a border with Ogongo. Administratively, the town operates within the UTC+01:00 timezone and utilizes the local dialing code 60. ### Demographics Demographic data for Outapi is documented through census records. The 2023 Population and Housing Census reports a population of 13,664, which is the preferred and most recent figure. An earlier population record from 2005 lists the population at 4,606, indicating substantial growth over the intervening years. ### Identity and Symbols The town maintains a distinct civic identity with several official symbols and names. It is officially known as Outapi but is also referred to by the aliases Ombalantu, Uutapi, and 翁巴兰图. The visual identity of the town is represented by an image of its main street and an official coat of arms. ### Digital and Academic Presence Outapi has a significant presence across various digital and academic databases. It is listed under the Geonames ID 3371197 and the Freebase ID /m/025_2sc. The town is a topic on Quora and has an iNaturalist place ID of 17015. It is indexed in the National Library of Israel with the ID 987007471755205171 and in the Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names with the ID 1094036. The GNS Unique Feature ID for the town is 280124. The town's Wikipedia entry exists in 24 different languages, including English, German, French, Chinese, and Arabic, among others. ### Official Resources The official online portal for the town is located at http://www.otc.iway.na/. This resource serves as the primary digital reference for the town's administrative functions. The town's main category on Wikimedia Commons is "Outapi," facilitating the organization of media related to the area. ## References 1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 2. [Source](https://nsa.org.na/census/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2023-Population-and-Housing-Census-Main-Report-28-Oct-2024.pdf) 3. GeoNames 4. Quora 5. iNaturalist 6. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File