Pekan Population 2026
Pekan has a population of 31,826, making it the #209 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Pahang. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,826
Rank in Malaysia
#209
Coordinates
3.48°N, 103.40°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
194 km
120 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pahang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kuantan | 548,014 | #12 |
| Maran | 111,056 | #73 |
| 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 |
Cities near Pekan
- Kuantan548,014 people · ~37 km away
- FELDA Chini18,493 people · ~52 km away
- Maran111,056 people · ~70 km away
- Cukai82,425 people · ~85 km away
- Bandar Tun Razak23,247 people · ~86 km away
- Kampung Perak44,964 people · ~100 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pekan?
Pekan has a population of 31,826 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #209 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pekan in?
Pekan is located in Pahang, Malaysia.
Is Pekan the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 194 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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