Bentung Population 2026
Bentung has a population of 40,373, making it the #164 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,373
Rank in Malaysia
#164
Coordinates
3.53°N, 101.90°E
~95 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
50 km
31 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Mentakab | 42,171 | #160 |
| Raub | 40,024 | #166 |
| Jerantut | 33,606 | #196 |
Cities near Bentung
- Bentong Town49,213 people · ~1 km away
- Kuala Kubu Baharu194,387 people · ~28 km away
- Raub40,024 people · ~29 km away
- Hulu Yam Lama20,334 people · ~30 km away
- Serendah71,202 people · ~38 km away
- Taman Melawati99,304 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bentung?
Bentung has a population of 40,373 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #164 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bentung in?
Bentung is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Bentung the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 50 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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