Jerantut Population 2026
Jerantut has a population of 33,606, making it the #196 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,606
Rank in Malaysia
#196
Coordinates
3.94°N, 102.36°E
~73 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
116 km
72 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Mentakab | 42,171 | #160 |
| Bentung | 40,373 | #164 |
| Raub | 40,024 | #166 |
Cities near Jerantut
- Kampung Perak44,964 people · ~26 km away
- Kuala Lipis15,448 people · ~45 km away
- Mentakab42,171 people · ~50 km away
- Temerluh59,916 people · ~54 km away
- Raub40,024 people · ~58 km away
- Maran111,056 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jerantut?
Jerantut has a population of 33,606 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #196 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Jerantut in?
Jerantut is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Jerantut the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 116 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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