Bukit Gemuroh Population 2026
Bukit Gemuroh has a population of 17,379, making it the #326 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. It is about 84× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,379
Rank in Malaysia
#326
Coordinates
5.30°N, 100.21°E
~109 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
290 km
180 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 Bukit Gemuroh
- Kampung Teluk Kumbar21,481 people · ~4 km away
- Bayan Lepas130,455 people · ~5 km away
- Balik Pulau23,559 people · ~6 km away
- Kampung Sungai Ara140,849 people · ~8 km away
- Paya Terubong226,712 people · ~11 km away
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bukit Gemuroh?
Bukit Gemuroh has a population of 17,379 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #326 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Bukit Gemuroh in?
Bukit Gemuroh is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Bukit Gemuroh the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 290 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.
← All biggest cities in Malaysia · Malaysia population by year