Kampung Sungai Ara Population 2026
Kampung Sungai Ara has a population of 140,849, making it the #64 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.4% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 10× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,849
Rank in Malaysia
#64
Coordinates
5.33°N, 100.27°E
~21 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
289 km
179 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 |
| Tasek Glugor | 135,786 | #67 |
| Bayan Lepas | 130,455 | #68 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
| Val Dor | 88,600 | #90 |
Cities near Kampung Sungai Ara
- Bayan Lepas130,455 people · ~3 km away
- Balik Pulau23,559 people · ~5 km away
- Paya Terubong226,712 people · ~5 km away
- Kampung Teluk Kumbar21,481 people · ~5 km away
- Kampung Sungai Glugur145,600 people · ~6 km away
- Bukit Gemuroh17,379 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kampung Sungai Ara?
Kampung Sungai Ara has a population of 140,849 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #64 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kampung Sungai Ara in?
Kampung Sungai Ara is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Kampung Sungai Ara the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 289 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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