Tasek Glugor Population 2026
Tasek Glugor has a population of 135,786, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Penang. Roughly 0.4% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
135,786
Rank in Malaysia
#67
Coordinates
5.48°N, 100.50°E
~10 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
292 km
181 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 |
| Bayan Lepas | 130,455 | #68 |
| Butterworth | 107,591 | #74 |
| Val Dor | 88,600 | #90 |
Cities near Tasek Glugor
- Lunas18,236 people · ~7 km away
- Padang Serai50,757 people · ~7 km away
- Sungai Dua28,100 people · ~9 km away
- Kampong Sidam60,983 people · ~10 km away
- Kubang Semang27,194 people · ~10 km away
- Kampung Teluk Air Tawar19,371 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tasek Glugor?
Tasek Glugor has a population of 135,786 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Tasek Glugor in?
Tasek Glugor is located in Penang, Malaysia.
Is Tasek Glugor the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 292 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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