Rafah (Rafaḩ), Gaza Strip
Rafah: city in the Palestinian National Authority
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Quick Facts about Rafaḩ
| Population | 164,000 |
| Country | Gaza Strip |
| State | Gaza Strip (Palestinian Territory) |
| County | Rafah |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.2972,34.2436 |
| Capital city | Rafaḩ is capital of Rafah Governorate |
| Time Zone | Asia/Gaza |
| Local time | 18:26:35 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Rafaḩ is located at 31°17'50"N 34°14'37"E (31.2972200, 34.2435700).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 119,895 | - | census |
| 2008 | 123,936 | 3.26% | census |
| 2009 | 128,150 | 3.29% | census |
| 2010 | 132,533 | 3.31% | census |
| 2011 | 137,385 | 3.53% | census |
| 2012 | 142,427 | 3.54% | census |
| 2013 | 147,618 | 3.52% | census |
| 2014 | 152,950 | 3.49% | census |
| 2015 | 158,414 | 3.45% | census |
| 2016 | 164,000 | 3.41% | census |
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