Hulu Yam Lama Population 2026
Hulu Yam Lama has a population of 20,334, making it the #282 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Selangor. Roughly 0.1% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,334
Rank in Malaysia
#282
Coordinates
3.45°N, 101.64°E
~41 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
35 km
22 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Selangor
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kampung Baru Subang | 833,571 | #3 |
| Petaling Jaya | 807,879 | #4 |
| Shah Alam | 740,750 | #6 |
| Bukit Rahman Putra | 607,000 | #7 |
| Selayang Baru Utara | 542,409 | #15 |
| Kota Damansara | 500,000 | #20 |
| Puchong | 375,181 | #27 |
| Setapak | 353,268 | #30 |
Cities near Hulu Yam Lama
- Bukit Beruntung20,023 people · ~10 km away
- Serendah71,202 people · ~11 km away
- Kuala Kubu Baharu194,387 people · ~12 km away
- Rawang199,095 people · ~16 km away
- Selayang Baru Utara542,409 people · ~22 km away
- Batu Caves254,083 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hulu Yam Lama?
Hulu Yam Lama has a population of 20,334 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #282 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Hulu Yam Lama in?
Hulu Yam Lama is located in Selangor, Malaysia.
Is Hulu Yam Lama the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 35 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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