Sungai Lalang Population 2026
Sungai Lalang has a population of 34,947, making it the #193 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,947
Rank in Malaysia
#193
Coordinates
5.70°N, 100.51°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
313 km
194 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 Sungai Lalang
- Bedong47,585 people · ~3 km away
- Sungai Petani544,851 people · ~7 km away
- Gurun15,964 people · ~14 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~16 km away
- Kuala Ketil19,209 people · ~19 km away
- Yan Besar67,653 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sungai Lalang?
Sungai Lalang has a population of 34,947 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #193 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Sungai Lalang in?
Sungai Lalang is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Sungai Lalang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 313 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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