Parit Raja Population 2026
Parit Raja has a population of 17,441, making it the #324 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. It is about 83× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,441
Rank in Malaysia
#324
Coordinates
1.87°N, 103.11°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
212 km
132 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Johor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Johor Bahru | 858,118 | #2 |
| Pelentong | 583,640 | #8 |
| Iskandar Puteri | 575,977 | #10 |
| Pasir Gudang | 534,659 | #16 |
| Mukim Pulai | 505,661 | #17 |
| Kampung Larkin Lama | 500,000 | #19 |
| Kampung Kangkar Teberau | 412,373 | #25 |
| Kluang | 323,762 | #31 |
Cities near Parit Raja
- Yong Peng27,138 people · ~17 km away
- Batu Pahat156,236 people · ~20 km away
- Kampung Simpang Renggam17,528 people · ~21 km away
- Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Sungai Benut32,226 people · ~23 km away
- Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Benut Tiga32,226 people · ~23 km away
- Simpang Renggam59,033 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Parit Raja?
Parit Raja has a population of 17,441 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #324 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Parit Raja in?
Parit Raja is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Parit Raja the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 212 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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