Veliki Žitnik is located in the City of Gospić, in Lika-Senj County at an elevation of 558 meters above sea level and it covers the area of 9.20 km² (3.55 sq. miles). According to the 2011 census report, there were 47 inhabitants. It is predominantly populated by Croats (98%), but also. Nearby places: Smiljansko Polje, Smiljan, Mušaluk, Budak, Rastoka, Oteš, Klanac, Prvan Selo, Gospić and Kaniža Gospićka.