Kampung Kupang Population 2026
Kampung Kupang has a population of 18,844, making it the #314 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 77× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,844
Rank in Malaysia
#314
Coordinates
5.64°N, 100.85°E
~44 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
293 km
182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kedah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | 544,984 | #13 |
| Sungai Petani | 544,851 | #14 |
| Alor Setar | 417,800 | #24 |
| Kulim | 170,889 | #52 |
| Pendang | 94,033 | #85 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
Cities near Kampung Kupang
- Pulai19,093 people · ~6 km away
- Kuala Ketil19,209 people · ~22 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~23 km away
- Sik32,565 people · ~24 km away
- Kampong Sidam60,983 people · ~33 km away
- Padang Serai50,757 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kampung Kupang?
Kampung Kupang has a population of 18,844 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #314 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kampung Kupang in?
Kampung Kupang is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Kampung Kupang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 293 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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