Bedong Population 2026
Bedong has a population of 47,585, making it the #150 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. 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)
47,585
Rank in Malaysia
#150
Coordinates
5.73°N, 100.51°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
316 km
196 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 Bedong
- Sungai Lalang34,947 people · ~3 km away
- Sungai Petani544,851 people · ~9 km away
- Gurun15,964 people · ~11 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~17 km away
- Yan Besar67,653 people · ~17 km away
- Kuala Ketil19,209 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bedong?
Bedong has a population of 47,585 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #150 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bedong in?
Bedong is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Bedong the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 316 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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