Most Dense in Oriental

Top 31 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Oriental

1 Zeghanghane 19,868/mi²

2 Taourirt 16,411/mi²

3 Bouarfa 15,671/mi²

4 Oujda 14,501/mi²

5 Nador 10,814/mi²

6 Sidi Slimane Echcharaa 8,889/mi²

7 Berkane 8,849/mi²

8 El Aïoun 8,651/mi²

9 Bni Drar 8,349/mi²

10 Jerada 7,892/mi²

11 Ahfir 6,805/mi²

12 Zaïo 6,800/mi²

13 Debdou 4,879/mi²

14 Al Aaroui 4,782/mi²

15 Aïn Beni Mathar 3,182/mi²

16 Ben Taieb 2,616/mi²

17 Beni Enzar 864/mi²

18 Bouizazarene Ihaddadene 663/mi²

19 Saidia 622/mi²

20 Selouane 471/mi²

21 Midar 371/mi²

22 Ras Kebdana 352/mi²

23 Figuig 254/mi²

24 Kariat Arkmane 64/mi²

25 Aklim 59/mi²

26 Melqa el Ouidane 58/mi²

27 Tiztoutine 53/mi²

28 Driouch 15/mi²

29 Talsint 10/mi²

30 Bni Tajjit 8/mi²

31 Tendrara 4/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Oriental pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Zeghanghane leads with 19,868 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Zeghanghane has 19,868 people per square mile — that's roughly 31 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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