Kampung Hutan Arau Population 2026
Kampung Hutan Arau has a population of 20,000, making it the #290 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perlis. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,000
Rank in Malaysia
#290
Coordinates
6.43°N, 100.28°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
397 km
247 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perlis
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kangar | 63,869 | #113 |
Cities near Kampung Hutan Arau
- Padang Besar16,235 people · ~6 km away
- Kangar63,869 people · ~9 km away
- Changloon18,872 people · ~17 km away
- Jitra63,489 people · ~24 km away
- Anak Bukit16,525 people · ~29 km away
- Alor Setar417,800 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kampung Hutan Arau?
Kampung Hutan Arau has a population of 20,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #290 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kampung Hutan Arau in?
Kampung Hutan Arau is located in Perlis, Malaysia.
Is Kampung Hutan Arau the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 397 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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