Maran Population 2026
Maran has a population of 111,056, making it the #73 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. Roughly 0.3% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
111,056
Rank in Malaysia
#73
Coordinates
3.59°N, 102.77°E
~29 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
130 km
81 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Temerluh | 59,916 | #126 |
| Bentong Town | 49,213 | #144 |
| Kampung Perak | 44,964 | #156 |
| Mentakab | 42,171 | #160 |
| Bentung | 40,373 | #164 |
| Raub | 40,024 | #166 |
| Jerantut | 33,606 | #196 |
Cities near Maran
- FELDA Chini18,493 people · ~30 km away
- Kampung Perak44,964 people · ~38 km away
- Temerluh59,916 people · ~42 km away
- Mentakab42,171 people · ~48 km away
- Jerantut33,606 people · ~60 km away
- Kuantan548,014 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maran?
Maran has a population of 111,056 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #73 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Maran in?
Maran is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Maran the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 130 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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