Kuala Krai Population 2026
Kuala Krai has a population of 105,007, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kelantan. Roughly 0.3% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
105,007
Rank in Malaysia
#76
Coordinates
5.53°N, 102.20°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
272 km
169 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kelantan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 568,900 | #11 |
| Pasir Mas | 230,424 | #39 |
| Pasir Puteh | 137,400 | #65 |
| Kampong Pangkal Kalong | 39,904 | #171 |
| Tanah Merah | 29,116 | #229 |
| Peringat | 23,288 | #261 |
| Gua Musang | 19,731 | #295 |
| Kampong Kadok | 19,233 | #305 |
Cities near Kuala Krai
- Tanah Merah29,116 people · ~30 km away
- Pasir Puteh137,400 people · ~40 km away
- Kampong Pangkal Kalong39,904 people · ~43 km away
- Kampung Jeli17,734 people · ~45 km away
- Kampong Kadok19,233 people · ~52 km away
- Peringat23,288 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Krai?
Kuala Krai has a population of 105,007 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Krai in?
Kuala Krai is located in Kelantan, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Krai the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 272 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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