Sungai Siput Population 2026
Sungai Siput has a population of 49,000, making it the #146 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,000
Rank in Malaysia
#146
Coordinates
4.39°N, 101.19°E
~48 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
150 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Perak
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Ipoh | 759,952 | #5 |
| Teluk Intan | 232,800 | #38 |
| Taiping | 217,647 | #43 |
| Sitiawan | 156,234 | #55 |
| Bercham | 150,000 | #57 |
| Seri Manjung | 100,000 | #80 |
| Kampung Manjoi | 86,266 | #91 |
| Tanjong Malim | 66,103 | #108 |
Cities near Sungai Siput
- Batu Gajah46,183 people · ~19 km away
- Ipoh759,952 people · ~24 km away
- Tapah Road27,863 people · ~25 km away
- Bercham150,000 people · ~28 km away
- Kampung Manjoi86,266 people · ~29 km away
- Parit60,988 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sungai Siput?
Sungai Siput has a population of 49,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #146 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Sungai Siput in?
Sungai Siput is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Sungai Siput the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 150 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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