Anak Bukit Population 2026
Anak Bukit has a population of 16,525, making it the #332 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. It is about 88× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,525
Rank in Malaysia
#332
Coordinates
6.18°N, 100.38°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
368 km
229 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kedah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | 544,984 | #13 |
| Sungai Petani | 544,851 | #14 |
| Alor Setar | 417,800 | #24 |
| Kulim | 170,889 | #52 |
| Pendang | 94,033 | #85 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
Cities near Anak Bukit
- Alor Setar417,800 people · ~7 km away
- Jitra63,489 people · ~11 km away
- Kampung Alor Mengkudu38,193 people · ~11 km away
- Kuala Kedah19,231 people · ~13 km away
- Pokok Sena19,677 people · ~16 km away
- Tokai30,000 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Anak Bukit?
Anak Bukit has a population of 16,525 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #332 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Anak Bukit in?
Anak Bukit is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Anak Bukit the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 368 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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