Hutan Melintang Population 2026
Hutan Melintang has a population of 28,357, making it the #231 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,357
Rank in Malaysia
#231
Coordinates
3.88°N, 100.93°E
~4 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
117 km
73 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
Cities near Hutan Melintang
- Teluk Intan232,800 people · ~19 km away
- Sungai Besar26,939 people · ~23 km away
- Cangkat Jong25,618 people · ~24 km away
- Tapah Road27,863 people · ~44 km away
- Sungkai32,700 people · ~45 km away
- Sitiawan156,234 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hutan Melintang?
Hutan Melintang has a population of 28,357 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #231 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Hutan Melintang in?
Hutan Melintang is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Hutan Melintang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 117 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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