Pulai Population 2026
Pulai has a population of 19,093, making it the #309 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,093
Rank in Malaysia
#309
Coordinates
5.65°N, 100.90°E
~69 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
293 km
182 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kedah
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Kuala Muda | 544,984 | #13 |
| Sungai Petani | 544,851 | #14 |
| Alor Setar | 417,800 | #24 |
| Kulim | 170,889 | #52 |
| Pendang | 94,033 | #85 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
Cities near Pulai
- Kampung Kupang18,844 people · ~6 km away
- Sik32,565 people · ~26 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~27 km away
- Kuala Ketil19,209 people · ~28 km away
- Gerik30,868 people · ~37 km away
- Kampong Sidam60,983 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pulai?
Pulai has a population of 19,093 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #309 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pulai in?
Pulai is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Pulai the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 293 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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