Pontian Besar Population 2026
Pontian Besar has a population of 40,613, making it the #163 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Johor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,613
Rank in Malaysia
#163
Coordinates
1.51°N, 103.38°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
262 km
163 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 Pontian Besar
- Pekan Nenas23,292 people · ~15 km away
- Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Benut Lima32,226 people · ~27 km away
- Kampung Sedenak22,535 people · ~28 km away
- Kawasan Penempatan Ulu Benut Tiga32,226 people · ~29 km away
- Iskandar Puteri575,977 people · ~30 km away
- Kulai63,762 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pontian Besar?
Pontian Besar has a population of 40,613 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #163 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pontian Besar in?
Pontian Besar is located in Johor, Malaysia.
Is Pontian Besar the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 262 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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