Kuala Kurau Population 2026
Kuala Kurau has a population of 31,065, making it the #212 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,065
Rank in Malaysia
#212
Coordinates
5.02°N, 100.43°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
251 km
156 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
Cities near Kuala Kurau
- Bagan Serai20,476 people · ~13 km away
- Parit Buntar27,313 people · ~14 km away
- Bandar Baharu44,412 people · ~15 km away
- Nibong Tebal40,072 people · ~17 km away
- Sungai Jawi19,586 people · ~21 km away
- Jawi36,601 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuala Kurau?
Kuala Kurau has a population of 31,065 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #212 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kuala Kurau in?
Kuala Kurau is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Kuala Kurau the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 251 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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