Tokai Population 2026
Tokai has a population of 30,000, making it the #221 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,000
Rank in Malaysia
#221
Coordinates
6.03°N, 100.41°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
351 km
218 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 Tokai
- Kampung Alor Mengkudu38,193 people · ~7 km away
- Pendang94,033 people · ~9 km away
- Alor Setar417,800 people · ~11 km away
- Kuala Kedah19,231 people · ~14 km away
- Anak Bukit16,525 people · ~18 km away
- Pokok Sena19,677 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tokai?
Tokai has a population of 30,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #221 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Tokai in?
Tokai is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Tokai the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 351 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.
← All biggest cities in Malaysia · Malaysia population by year