Batu Feringgi Population 2026
Batu Feringgi has a population of 20,000, making it the #288 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,000
Rank in Malaysia
#288
Coordinates
5.47°N, 100.25°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
304 km
189 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 Batu Feringgi
- Paya Terubong226,712 people · ~12 km away
- George Town158,336 people · ~12 km away
- Jelutong63,507 people · ~12 km away
- Balik Pulau23,559 people · ~14 km away
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~14 km away
- Permatang Kuching27,191 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Batu Feringgi?
Batu Feringgi has a population of 20,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #288 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Batu Feringgi in?
Batu Feringgi is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Batu Feringgi the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 304 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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