Gerik Population 2026
Gerik has a population of 30,868, making it the #214 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Perak. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,868
Rank in Malaysia
#214
Coordinates
5.42°N, 101.13°E
~116 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
260 km
161 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 Gerik
- Pulai19,093 people · ~37 km away
- Kampung Kupang18,844 people · ~40 km away
- Selama34,800 people · ~53 km away
- Kuala Ketil19,209 people · ~57 km away
- Batu Kurau22,307 people · ~62 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gerik?
Gerik has a population of 30,868 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #214 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Gerik in?
Gerik is located in Perak, Malaysia.
Is Gerik the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 260 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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