Parit Population 2026
Parit has a population of 60,988, making it the #120 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,988
Rank in Malaysia
#120
Coordinates
4.48°N, 100.92°E
~44 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
172 km
107 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 Parit
- Batu Gajah46,183 people · ~14 km away
- Ipoh759,952 people · ~22 km away
- Kampung Manjoi86,266 people · ~23 km away
- Bercham150,000 people · ~30 km away
- Kuala Kangsar39,331 people · ~32 km away
- Pantai Remis16,317 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Parit?
Parit has a population of 60,988 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #120 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Parit in?
Parit is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Parit the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 172 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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