Jawi Population 2026
Jawi has a population of 36,601, making it the #184 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,601
Rank in Malaysia
#184
Coordinates
5.22°N, 100.49°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
266 km
165 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 Jawi
- Sungai Jawi19,586 people · ~2 km away
- Val Dor88,600 people · ~4 km away
- Nibong Tebal40,072 people · ~6 km away
- Bukit Tambun22,900 people · ~7 km away
- Bandar Baharu44,412 people · ~9 km away
- Parit Buntar27,313 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jawi?
Jawi has a population of 36,601 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #184 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Jawi in?
Jawi is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Jawi the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 266 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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