Batu Gajah Population 2026
Batu Gajah has a population of 46,183, making it the #152 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,183
Rank in Malaysia
#152
Coordinates
4.47°N, 101.04°E
~31 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
164 km
102 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
Cities near Batu Gajah
- Ipoh759,952 people · ~14 km away
- Parit60,988 people · ~14 km away
- Kampung Manjoi86,266 people · ~17 km away
- Sungai Siput49,000 people · ~19 km away
- Bercham150,000 people · ~22 km away
- Kuala Kangsar39,331 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Batu Gajah?
Batu Gajah has a population of 46,183 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #152 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Batu Gajah in?
Batu Gajah is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Batu Gajah the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 164 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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