Teloi Kanan Population 2026
Teloi Kanan has a population of 17,972, making it the #321 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. It is about 81× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,972
Rank in Malaysia
#321
Coordinates
5.72°N, 100.66°E
~38 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
308 km
191 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 Teloi Kanan
- Kuala Ketil19,209 people · ~13 km away
- Sungai Lalang34,947 people · ~16 km away
- Sik32,565 people · ~16 km away
- Bedong47,585 people · ~17 km away
- Sungai Petani544,851 people · ~20 km away
- Kampung Kupang18,844 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Teloi Kanan?
Teloi Kanan has a population of 17,972 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #321 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Teloi Kanan in?
Teloi Kanan is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Teloi Kanan the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 308 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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