Parit Buntar Population 2026
Parit Buntar has a population of 27,313, making it the #236 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,313
Rank in Malaysia
#236
Coordinates
5.13°N, 100.49°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
257 km
160 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 Buntar
- Bandar Baharu44,412 people · ~1 km away
- Nibong Tebal40,072 people · ~5 km away
- Sungai Jawi19,586 people · ~8 km away
- Jawi36,601 people · ~10 km away
- Val Dor88,600 people · ~14 km away
- Bagan Serai20,476 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Parit Buntar?
Parit Buntar has a population of 27,313 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #236 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Parit Buntar in?
Parit Buntar is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Parit Buntar the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 257 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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