Kuala Ketil Population 2026
Kuala Ketil has a population of 19,209, making it the #307 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,209
Rank in Malaysia
#307
Coordinates
5.60°N, 100.65°E
~23 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
297 km
184 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 Kuala Ketil
- Kampong Sidam60,983 people · ~12 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~13 km away
- Padang Serai50,757 people · ~14 km away
- Sungai Lalang34,947 people · ~19 km away
- Sungai Petani544,851 people · ~19 km away
- Bedong47,585 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Ketil?
Kuala Ketil has a population of 19,209 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #307 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Ketil in?
Kuala Ketil is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Ketil the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 297 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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