Chad
تشاد
Middle Africa, Africa
Chad (تشاد) is a country in Middle Africa, Africa. With a population of 19,340,757 and an area of 1,284,000 km², the capital city is N'Djamena. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally and #22 by land area. The official languages are Arabic and French. The national currency is the Central African CFA franc (Fr XAF).
Quick Facts
Travel & Living
Key indicators for visiting or living in Chad. Average temperature in N'Djamena: 30.2°C (86°F).
Geography
Chad is located in Middle Africa at coordinates 15.00°N, 19.00°E. It shares borders with 6 countries. Total land area: 1,284,000 km² (495,755 mi²). Population density: 15 people per km². The highest point is Emi Koussi at 3,445 m.
Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Chad, including Stade Omnisports Idriss Mahamat Ouya with a capacity of 20,000 seats.
20,000 seats
Cities in Chad
Frequently Asked Questions about Chad
- What is the capital of Chad?
- The capital of Chad is N'Djamena.
- What is the population of Chad?
- Chad has a population of approximately 19,340,757 people.
- What continent is Chad in?
- Chad is located in Africa, in the Middle Africa subregion.
- Where is Chad located?
- Chad is located in Middle Africa, Africa, at coordinates 15.0°N, 19.0°E.
- What currency does Chad use?
- Chad uses the Central African CFA franc (Fr XAF).
- What is the capital and currency of Chad?
- The capital of Chad is N'Djamena and the currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF).
- What languages are spoken in Chad?
- The official languages of Chad are Arabic, French.
- What is the area of Chad?
- Chad covers a total area of 1,284,000 km² (495,755 square miles).
- How large is Chad in square miles?
- Chad has a total area of approximately 495,755 square miles (1,284,000 km²).
- What is the population density of Chad?
- Chad has a population density of approximately 15 people per km².
- Is Chad an independent country?
- Yes, Chad is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Chad border?
- Chad shares land borders with 6 countries.
- What is the average temperature in N'Djamena?
- The average annual temperature in N'Djamena, the capital of Chad, is approximately 30.2°C (86°F).
- What countries border Chad?
- Chad shares land borders with: Cameroon, Central African Republic, Libya, Niger, Nigeria, Sudan.
- What is the country calling code for Chad?
- The international calling code for Chad is +235. To call Chad from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +235 and the local number.
- What time zone is Chad in?
- Chad operates on the UTC+01:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Chad?
- The highest point in Chad is Emi Koussi at 3,445 m (11,302 ft) above sea level.