Sincelejo, Sucre
Sincelejo: Capital of the Colombian department of Sucre
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Quick Facts about Sincelejo
| Population | 279,031 |
| Country | Colombia |
| State | Sucre (Colombia) |
| County | Sincelejo |
| Postal code | 700001 |
| Area | 275 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 9.3047,-75.3978 |
| Altitude | 715 feet / 218 meters |
| Capital city | Sincelejo is capital of Sucre Department |
| Establishment | October 14, 1535 (490 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 01:59:51 (17th April 2026) |
Geography
Sincelejo is located at 9°18'17"N 75°23'52"W (9.3047200, -75.3977800). It has 5 neighbors: Toluviejo, Tolu, Sampues, Palmito and Morroa.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 237,618 | - | Burlöv Municipality |
| 2016 | 279,031 | 14.84% | Burlöv Municipality |
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