Gua Musang Population 2026
Gua Musang has a population of 19,731, making it the #295 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kelantan. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 74× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,731
Rank in Malaysia
#295
Coordinates
4.88°N, 101.97°E
~90 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
196 km
122 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kelantan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 568,900 | #11 |
| Pasir Mas | 230,424 | #39 |
| Pasir Puteh | 137,400 | #65 |
| Kuala Krai | 105,007 | #76 |
| Kampong Pangkal Kalong | 39,904 | #171 |
| Tanah Merah | 29,116 | #229 |
| Peringat | 23,288 | #261 |
| Kampong Kadok | 19,233 | #305 |
Cities near Gua Musang
- Kuala Krai105,007 people · ~76 km away
- Kuala Lipis15,448 people · ~78 km away
- Kampung Jeli17,734 people · ~92 km away
- Bercham150,000 people · ~96 km away
- Sungai Siput49,000 people · ~102 km away
- Ipoh759,952 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gua Musang?
Gua Musang has a population of 19,731 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #295 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Gua Musang in?
Gua Musang is located in Kelantan, Malaysia.
Is Gua Musang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 196 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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