Permatang Kuching Population 2026
Permatang Kuching has a population of 27,191, making it the #239 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. 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)
27,191
Rank in Malaysia
#239
Coordinates
5.46°N, 100.38°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
296 km
184 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Penang
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Paya Terubong | 226,712 | #40 |
| Bukit Mertajam | 212,329 | #45 |
| George Town | 158,336 | #53 |
| Kampung Sungai Glugur | 145,600 | #62 |
| Kampung Sungai Ara | 140,849 | #64 |
| Tasek Glugor | 135,786 | #67 |
| Bayan Lepas | 130,455 | #68 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
Cities near Permatang Kuching
- Kampung Teluk Air Tawar19,371 people · ~2 km away
- Sungai Dua28,100 people · ~6 km away
- Butterworth107,591 people · ~7 km away
- George Town158,336 people · ~8 km away
- Perai65,301 people · ~9 km away
- Jelutong63,507 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Permatang Kuching?
Permatang Kuching has a population of 27,191 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #239 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Permatang Kuching in?
Permatang Kuching is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Permatang Kuching the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 296 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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