Guinea Bissau Travel Guide
Did you know?
The population of Guinea Bissau is around 1.97 mil., which puts the country in 148. place in terms of population (out of 231 countries and dependent territories).
How far is it?
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The distance between Bissau (GW) and Paris (FR) is 2755 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Guinea Bissau
Facts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 148 / 231 Ranking | 1 968 001 African 99% (includes Balanta 30%, Fula 20%, Manjaca 14%, Mandinga 13%, Papel 7%) |
Area | 139 / 230 Ranking | 13.9 thous. mi² It is approximately 7% of the territory of France. |
Life expectancy | 176 / 196 Ranking | 63.3 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 61women 65.6 |
Median age | 12 / 157 Ranking | 18 Average age of population expressed in years.men 17.4women 18.6 |
Population growth | 19 / 172 Ranking | 2.52% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 113 / 131 Ranking | 59.9% Ability to read, write and count.men 71.8%women 48.3% |
GDP | 182 / 194 Ranking | 1 948 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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