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Binatang, Malaysia
Sarawak · Malaysia
Binatang is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 7,912. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Binatang
Bintangor is a town, and the capital of the Meradong District in Sarikei Division, of Sarawak, Malaysia. Situated along the Rejang River, Bintangor was an express boat services hub connecting between, Sarikei
town and Sibu city in the 1970s up to the early 1990s. As road connections between these towns became a more prominent mode of transport, the waterway of the town died down.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,912 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.1667°, 111.6333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
| Country | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
| State / Province | Sarawak |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 123.0 inches (3,125 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Binatang
Binatang is a small city in Malaysia (Sarawak) with a population of 7,912. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 123.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuching.
Climate in Binatang
Binatang has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3581 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Malaysia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 122 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 404.6 sq mi (1,047.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.1667°N, 111.6333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 15.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 11.8 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 14.7 in |
Binatang has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 123.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (15.7") and July the driest (6.7").
Schools in Binatang
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Yong Kwong | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan & Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tong Hua | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Kai Chung | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Jenis Kebangsaan Kai Chung | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Abang Amin | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan Bandar Bintangor | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Kebangsaan St. Augustine Meradong | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Bandar Bintangor | - | - | - | - |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Ming Tee | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Binatang
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Binatang
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lau King Howe Hospital Museum | ||||
| Methodist Heritage Gallery Sibu | ||||
| Sibu Heritage Centre | ||||
| World Fuzhou Heritage Gallery |
Libraries in Binatang
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jakar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Awam Bintangor | 0.0 | |||||
| Perpustakaan Jalan Keranji Sibu | 0.0 | |||||
| Sarawak Sibu State Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Binatang
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bintangor Market | |||||
| Cattle Market | |||||
| Cattle Market | |||||
| Old Tamu Nyelong Night Market | |||||
| Pasar Sungai Rejang | |||||
| Pasar Tamu 2 Bintangor | |||||
| Pasar Tamu Bintangor | |||||
| Pusat Penjaja Sungai Sarikei | |||||
| Sarikei Central Market | |||||
| Sibu Central Market | |||||
| Tapak Pasar Malam Sibu |
Hotels in Binatang
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Binatang
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Binatang
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Binatang
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Binatang
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Binatang
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Binatang
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Binatang
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Binatang
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mukah Airport | MKM | Medium Airport |
| Sibu Airport | SBW | Medium Airport |
| Tanjung Manis Airport | TGC | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Binatang
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Pejabat Pos Bintangor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Binatang
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Borneo Evangelical Mission Bandar Bintangor (Bahasa Malaysia) | |
| Borneo Evangelical Mission Victory | |
| Church of Christ the King | |
| Gereja Methodist Iban Pasat=r Bintangor | |
| Jalan Kelupu | |
| Kai Nguong Methodist Church | |
| Masjid Darul Taqwa | |
| Surau Abang Taib | |
| Surau Al Muhajirin | |
| Surau Darul Ikhsan Kampung Melayu Bintangor | |
| Thai Pak Kung Temple |
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What is the population of Binatang?
Binatang has a population of 7,912 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 404.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Binatang?
Binatang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 122 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 123.0 inches.