Balik Pulau Population 2026
Balik Pulau has a population of 23,559, making it the #258 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,559
Rank in Malaysia
#258
Coordinates
5.35°N, 100.24°E
~24 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
293 km
182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Paya Terubong | 226,712 | #40 |
| Bukit Mertajam | 212,329 | #45 |
| George Town | 158,336 | #53 |
| Kampung Sungai Glugur | 145,600 | #62 |
| Kampung Sungai Ara | 140,849 | #64 |
| Tasek Glugor | 135,786 | #67 |
| Bayan Lepas | 130,455 | #68 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
Cities near Balik Pulau
- Kampung Sungai Ara140,849 people · ~5 km away
- Paya Terubong226,712 people · ~5 km away
- Bayan Lepas130,455 people · ~6 km away
- Bukit Gemuroh17,379 people · ~6 km away
- Kampung Teluk Kumbar21,481 people · ~7 km away
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Balik Pulau?
Balik Pulau has a population of 23,559 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #258 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Balik Pulau in?
Balik Pulau is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Balik Pulau the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 293 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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