Gurun Population 2026
Gurun has a population of 15,964, making it the #339 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. It is about 91× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,964
Rank in Malaysia
#339
Coordinates
5.82°N, 100.47°E
~22 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
327 km
203 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 Gurun
- Bedong47,585 people · ~11 km away
- Yan Besar67,653 people · ~11 km away
- Sungai Lalang34,947 people · ~14 km away
- Sungai Petani544,851 people · ~19 km away
- Pendang94,033 people · ~20 km away
- Teloi Kanan17,972 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gurun?
Gurun has a population of 15,964 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #339 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Gurun in?
Gurun is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Gurun the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 327 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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