Kampung Jeli Population 2026
Kampung Jeli has a population of 17,734, making it the #322 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kelantan. It is about 82× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,734
Rank in Malaysia
#322
Coordinates
5.70°N, 101.83°E
~76 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
285 km
177 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kelantan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 568,900 | #11 |
| Pasir Mas | 230,424 | #39 |
| Pasir Puteh | 137,400 | #65 |
| Kuala Krai | 105,007 | #76 |
| Kampong Pangkal Kalong | 39,904 | #171 |
| Tanah Merah | 29,116 | #229 |
| Peringat | 23,288 | #261 |
| Gua Musang | 19,731 | #295 |
Cities near Kampung Jeli
- Tanah Merah29,116 people · ~37 km away
- Kuala Krai105,007 people · ~45 km away
- Kampong Pangkal Kalong39,904 people · ~49 km away
- Pasir Mas230,424 people · ~52 km away
- Kampong Kadok19,233 people · ~57 km away
- Wakaf Baharu17,033 people · ~62 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kampung Jeli?
Kampung Jeli has a population of 17,734 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #322 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Kampung Jeli in?
Kampung Jeli is located in Kelantan, Malaysia.
Is Kampung Jeli the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 285 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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