Changloon Population 2026
Changloon has a population of 18,872, making it the #313 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 77× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,872
Rank in Malaysia
#313
Coordinates
6.43°N, 100.43°E
~34 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
392 km
243 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 Changloon
- Padang Besar16,235 people · ~16 km away
- Kampung Hutan Arau20,000 people · ~17 km away
- Jitra63,489 people · ~19 km away
- Kangar63,869 people · ~26 km away
- Anak Bukit16,525 people · ~28 km away
- Pokok Sena19,677 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Changloon?
Changloon has a population of 18,872 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #313 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Changloon in?
Changloon is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Changloon the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 392 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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