Pendang Population 2026
Pendang has a population of 94,033, making it the #85 biggest city in 🇲🇾 Malaysia, located in Kedah. Roughly 0.3% of Malaysia's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Kuala Lumpur, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
94,033
Rank in Malaysia
#85
Coordinates
6.00°N, 100.48°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Distance to capital (Kuala Lumpur)
344 km
214 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 |
| Yan Besar | 67,653 | #107 |
| Jitra | 63,489 | #116 |
| Kampong Sidam | 60,983 | #121 |
| Padang Serai | 50,757 | #139 |
Cities near Pendang
- Tokai30,000 people · ~9 km away
- Kampung Alor Mengkudu38,193 people · ~14 km away
- Alor Setar417,800 people · ~19 km away
- Gurun15,964 people · ~20 km away
- Pokok Sena19,677 people · ~20 km away
- Kuala Kedah19,231 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pendang?
Pendang has a population of 94,033 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #85 biggest city in Malaysia.
What region is Pendang in?
Pendang is located in Kedah, Malaysia.
Is Pendang the capital of Malaysia?
No, the capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, about 344 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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