Yan Besar Population 2026
Yan Besar has a population of 67,653, making it the #107 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.2% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,653
Rank in Malaysia
#107
Coordinates
5.80°N, 100.37°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
329 km
204 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 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
| Padang Serai | 50,757 | #139 |
Cities near Yan Besar
- Gurun15,964 people · ~11 km away
- Bedong47,585 people · ~17 km away
- Sungai Lalang34,947 people · ~19 km away
- Sungai Petani544,851 people · ~21 km away
- Kota Kuala Muda544,984 people · ~23 km away
- Pendang94,033 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yan Besar?
Yan Besar has a population of 67,653 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #107 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Yan Besar in?
Yan Besar is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Yan Besar the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 329 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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