Pasir Puteh Population 2026
Pasir Puteh has a population of 137,400, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kelantan. Roughly 0.4% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
137,400
Rank in Malaysia
#65
Coordinates
5.83°N, 102.40°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
310 km
193 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kelantan
| City | Population | Rank in Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Bharu | 568,900 | #11 |
| Pasir Mas | 230,424 | #39 |
| 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 |
| Kampong Kadok | 19,233 | #305 |
Cities near Pasir Puteh
- Kampong Pangkal Kalong39,904 people · ~22 km away
- Kampong Kadok19,233 people · ~25 km away
- Peringat23,288 people · ~26 km away
- Tanah Merah29,116 people · ~28 km away
- Kota Bharu568,900 people · ~37 km away
- Pasir Mas230,424 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pasir Puteh?
Pasir Puteh has a population of 137,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pasir Puteh in?
Pasir Puteh is located in Kelantan, Malaysia.
Is Pasir Puteh the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 310 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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