Alor Gajah Population 2026
Alor Gajah has a population of 20,163, making it the #284 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Melaka. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,163
Rank in Malaysia
#284
Coordinates
2.38°N, 102.21°E
~19 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
103 km
64 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Melaka
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Malacca | 579,000 | #9 |
| Kampung Bukit Baharu | 55,656 | #132 |
| Durian Tunggal | 42,185 | #159 |
| Klebang Besar | 38,643 | #177 |
| Kampung Ayer Keroh | 37,716 | #182 |
| Kampung Kerubong | 31,936 | #207 |
| Kampong Masjid Tanah | 29,185 | #228 |
| Sungai Udang | 26,044 | #244 |
Cities near Alor Gajah
- Tampin28,238 people · ~10 km away
- Kampung Kerubong31,936 people · ~11 km away
- Kampong Masjid Tanah29,185 people · ~11 km away
- Durian Tunggal42,185 people · ~11 km away
- Kampung Tanjung Minyak23,074 people · ~13 km away
- Kampung Machap Baru16,000 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Alor Gajah?
Alor Gajah has a population of 20,163 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #284 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Alor Gajah in?
Alor Gajah is located in Melaka, Malaysia.
Is Alor Gajah the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 103 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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