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Tikam Batu

Kedah, Malaysia · Asia

About Tikam Batu

Tikam Batu works well as a base: 15 minutes from Kota Kuala Muda, 26km from Penang Hill.

Tikam Batu is a town located in Kedah, Malaysia. With a population of 8,323, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Tikam Batu sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Tikam Batu to your route.

About Tikam Batu

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Bakar Arang (SMK Bakar Arang) is a public Malay secondary school located in Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia established in 2003. As of 2014, the school contains 897 male and 687 female students, in total 1584 students. There are 111 teachers teaching in the school.

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Tikam Batu offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Tikam Batu located?

Tikam Batu is located in Kedah, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.5872 latitude, 100.4402 longitude.

What is the population of Tikam Batu?

Tikam Batu has a population of approximately 8,323 people, making it a town in Malaysia.

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Quick Information

Population
8,323
Continent
Asia
Country
Malaysia
Region
Kedah
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
5.5872, 100.4402

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Malaysia

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
994
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Tikam Batu

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

George Town Street Art

A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

George Town, Penang

A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.

23 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Penang Hill

833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.

26 km · about 30 min drive

bridge

Penang Bridge

The 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.

27 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Kek Lok Si Temple

Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.

28 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Tikam Batu

  • 26 kmPenang Hill833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
  • 27 kmPenang BridgeThe 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Tikam Batu.

Kota Kuala Muda

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 544,984

Kepala Batas

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 17,131

Sungai Petani

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 544,851

Kampung Haji Kudong

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 1,070

Penaga

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 10,138

Kampung Kuala Muda

🇲🇾 Malaysia

11 km awayPop. 4,590

Bandar Laguna Merbok

🇲🇾 Malaysia

13 km awayPop. 12,940

Kampung Teluk Air Tawar

🇲🇾 Malaysia

13 km awayPop. 19,371

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