Puchong is a major town and a parliamentary constituency in the Petaling District, in the state of Selangor, Malaysia. Bordering Kuala Lumpur, it is part of the Greater Kuala Lumpur area. It is bordered by Petaling Jaya in the north, Subang Jaya in the west, Cyberjaya and Putrajaya in the south, and Seri Kembangan in the east.
Once a small settlement consisting of the tin mining and rubber tapping communities, Puchong has evolved into one of Klang Valley's most vibrant and bustling townships. While parts of Puchong have developed with residents who commute and work in both urban and suburban areas, many pockets have yet to fully mature, allowing a greater sprawl of urban dwellers to seek inhabitancy. This demand in living space is largely driven by the commute distance to Kuala Lumpur City Centre and sharp increase in property prices across other parts of the Kuala Lumpur (KL) metropolitan area.
History The first settlers of the area were the Orang Asli community in a village known as Kampung Pulas. In the 1900s, little herons (Malay: burung pucung) were aplenty in the area and were a staple for the Orang Asli.Puchong atau hantu pocong? . Sinar Harian. 10 December 2014. Retrieved 2015-12-08. It is widely believed that the name "Puchong" is derived and adopted from this heron by the early settlers.
However, it is believed that the area was explored by immigrants from Sumatra and Java. They initially worked as fish mongers, rubber tappers and miners. Due to the booming tin mining industry, immigrants from China and India were subsequently brought in.
During the communist insurgency in 1948, all residents were resettled to an area which is known as Kampung Baru Batu 14.
During the 1980s, Puchong consisted of a single two-lane road running through estates and villages. Puchong development began circa 1985, when the mining licenses expired and infrastructure began to be built.Puchong – Origins and History – Bandar Puteri Today . Bandar Puteri Today. 20 November 2015. Retrieved 2015-06-02. The rapid development of nearby Putrajaya, the new federal administrative capital, and Cyberjaya further accelerated Puchong's growth. The relative close proximity to urban centres of the KL metro area such as KLCC, Bandar Sunway, Bukit Jalil, Old Klang Road and Sungai Besi attracted additional residents.
On 19 February 1989, Flying Tiger Line Flight 066 crashed in Puchong. All 4 people aboard perished.
Since then, urbanisation occurred rapidly with many industrial parks, commercial centres and residential areas mushrooming along Jalan Puchong. Residential areas include Taman Kinrara, Bandar Bukit Puchong 2 and Bandar Kinrara.
Governance Puchong is under the jurisdiction of four local authorities; 5th to 7th mile stretch is under Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) jurisdiction (Seputeh) Taman Tenaga, Kinrara, 8th to 16th mile, Taman Puchong Utama, Taman Saujana Puchong, Puchong Prima, Bukit Puchong 1, Bandar Puteri and Puchong Permai is under the Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) in Petaling District (Petaling subdistrict) and Bukit Puchong 2, 16 Sierra, Pulau Meranti, Bandar Nusaputra, Taman Putra Perdana, Taman Putra Prima, Taman Meranti Jaya and Taman Mas, is under Sepang Municipal Council (MPSepang) in Sepang District (Dengkil subdistrict).Puchong: Former mining town's growing pains . The Star Online. 8 December 2015. Retrieved 2015-12-08. The remaining areas near Bandar Saujana Putra such as Taman Dagang Mas, Koi Prima and Putra Industrial Park, is under Kuala Langat Municipal Council (MPKL) in Kuala Langat District (Tanjung Dua Belas subdistrict).
The Puchong town centre (Malay: Pusat Bandar Puchong) is mostly located within MBSJ's (Subang Jaya) jurisdictional area in the Petaling District.
Demographics According to the 2020 census, the area of Puchong had a population of 375,181.
The following is based on the Department of Statistics Malaysia 2020 census. Ethnic groups in Puchong, 2020 Ethnicity Population Percentage Bumiputera 185,339 45.4% Chinese 153,824 41.0% Indian 32,641 8.7% Others 3,377 0.9% Non-Malaysian 15,007 4.0%
Politics Representing in the Federal Parliament (Dewan Rakyat)
Parliament Seat name Member of Parliament Party P102 Bangi Syahredzan Johan Pakatan Harapan (PH-DAP)P103 Puchong Yeo Bee Yin Pakatan Harapan (PH-DAP)P112 Kuala Langat Ahmad Yunus Hairi Perikatan Nasional(PN-PAS) P113 Sepang Aiman Athirah Sabu Pakatan Harapan (PH-AMANAH)P122 Seputeh Teresa Kok Pakatan Harapan (PH-DAP)
Representing in the State Legislative Assembly (Dewan Undangan Negeri) in Selangor Parliament State Seat name State Assemblyman PartyP102 N26 Sungai Ramal Mohd Shafie Ngah Perikatan Nasional (PN-PAS)P102 N28 Seri Kembangan Wong Siew Ki Pakatan Harapan (PH-DAP)P103 N29 Sri Serdang Abbas Salimi Azmi Pakatan Harapan (PH-Amanah)P103 N30 Kinrara Ng Sze Han Pakatan Harapan (PH-DAP)P112 N51 Sijangkang Ahmad Yunus Hairi Perikatan Nasional (PN-PAS)P113 N55 Dengkil Jamil Salleh Perikatan Nasional (PN-BERSATU)
Postcodes Postcode Areas covered Local authority 43300 Lestari Puchong, Lestari Perdana, Putra Permai Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47100 Bandar Puteri Puchong, Taman Industri Pusat Bandar Puchong, 12 to 14th mile, Jalan Puchong, Taman PKNS, Taman Puchong Hartamas, Taman Puchong Impian, Kampung Pasir Baru, Kampung Bunga Melur, Kampung Pasir Cina, Kampung Baru Puchong, Koi Tropika, Taman Puchong Utama, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Casa Tropika Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47110 Taman Saujana Puchong, Taman Mutiara Indah, Laman Granview Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47110 Sierra 2, Sierra 3, Sierra 5, Sierra 7, Sierra 8, Sierra 9, Sierra 10, Sierra 11, Sierra 12, Sierra 15, Sierra 17, Bandar 16 Sierra, Bandar Puchong South Sepang Municipal Council (MPSepang) 47120 Bandar Bukit Puchong 2, D'Island, Pulau Meranti, Taman Desa Air Hitam, Taman Perindustrian Meranti Jaya, Taman Meranti Jaya, Taman Putra Impiana, Taman Tasik Puchong, Taman Meranti Indah, Taman Perindustrian Tasik Perdana, Duta Perdana, Taman Meranti Permai, Taman KiPark Puchong, Desaria Apartment, Bandar D'Alpinia, Taman Abadi Heights, Aman Putra, Batu 18 Sungai Rasau Sepang Municipal Council (MPSepang) 47130 Taman Mas Sepang, Taman Putra Perdana, Taman Amanputra, Bandar Nusaputra, Taman Putra Prima Sepang Municipal Council (MPSepang) 47130 Koi Prima, Taman Dagang Mas, Taman Mas Langat, Putra Industrial Park Kuala Langat Municipal Council (MPKL) 47140 Taman Puchong Utama, Bandar Puchong Utama, Bandar Bukit Puchong 1 Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47150 Taman Tasik Prima, Taman Puchong Perdana, Kampung Seri Aman, Taman Puchong Tekali, Taman Puchong Prima, Taman Puchong Indah, Bandar Metro Puchong, Bistari Residensi, Desa Millennia Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47160 Pusat Bandar Puchong, Taman Wawasan, Taman Wawasan 2 Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47170 Bandar Puchong Jaya, IOI Mall, Taman Tenaga, Aman Sari, Bukit Tandang, Casa Square Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47180 Taman Kinrara (Section 1 to 2), Bandar Kinrara (BK 1 to 9), Duta Kinrara Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 47190 Taman Kinrara (Section 3 to 5), Taman Bukit Kuchai, Kampung Desa Kuchai Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) 58200 6th to 7th mile, Jalan Puchong, Kinrara Mas, Alam Sutera, Kg Muhibbah Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL)
Economy
The 1980s and 1990s saw massive development in the entire township.
The Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) is not only the arterial of Puchong but also the main avenue where most major commerce centres are located. IOI Mall, the first major shopping mall in Puchong, opened its doors in 1996 along LDP. IOI Boulevard is a business centre with retail and office units. A similar project by S P Setia called SetiaWalk Puchong is situated centrally on a stretch of the expressway.
Recreation
The Arena MBSJ Puchong is a multi-purpose sports complex located on a 1.67-hectare site along Jalan Persiaran Indera in Pusat Bandar Puchong. Officially opened in July 2026 by the Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) at a cost of RM22.2 million, it serves the local community with features including three futsal courts, five badminton courts, a basketball court, and an outdoor jogging track. The venue was constructed to bolster local sports access and also served as the official sports host for the sepak takraw events during the SUKMA XXII Selangor 2026 national games. Rakan Muda Sports Complex is a sport centre that serves residents of Puchong with a plethora of sports including futsal and badminton.
The Ayer Hitam Forest Reserve is one of the only remaining green lungs in Puchong. A popular trekking spot for active residents to enjoy nature. There are many mining ponds around Puchong where locals engage in water sports and fishing. There is also the Taman Wawasan Recreational Park for residents around this area. It is complete with a jogging track, basketball courts and children's playground. This is a popular location during the weekends where residents can be seen organizing activities throughout the day.
Healthcare Private hospitals Columbia Asia Hospital and KPMC Puchong Medical Centre are both located at Bandar Puteri Puchong.
A public government clinic is located at Puchong Batu 14.
Education
Primary schools
SK Puchong SK Puchong Perdana SK Bukit Kuchai SK Puchong Utama SK Puchong Utama 2 SK Seksyen 1 Bandar Kinrara SK Seksyen 2 Bandar Kinrara SK Puchong Indah SK Pusat Bandar Puchong 1 SK Pusat Bandar Puchong 2 SK Pulau Meranti SK Taman Putra Perdana 1 SK Taman Putra Perdana 2 SK Saujana Puchong SK Puchong Jaya
Chinese Primary Schools
SJK(C) Han Ming SJK(C) Yak Chee SJK(C) Sin Ming SJK(C) Shin Cheng (Harcroft) SJK(C) Kheng Chee
Tamil Primary Schools
SJK(T) Puchong SJK(T) Castlefield SJK(T) Kinrara
International and Private Schools
Rafflesia International School Sekolah Rendah Rafflesia (Primary) Taylor's International School British Circle Academy Axcel Campus Regent International School, Puchong (permanently closed) Inspiros International School RightBridge Academy (permanently closed) Aletheia Resource Center MAHSA International School (located in Bandar Saujana Putra, Kuala Langat, on the other side of Puchong)
Secondary schools
Rafflesia International School Taylor's International School SMK Puchong Utama (1) SMK Puchong Batu 14 SMK Puchong Perdana SMK Puchong Permai Sekolah Menengah Islam Puchong SMK Pusat Bandar Puchong 1 SMK Bandar Puchong Jaya A SMK Bandar Puchong Jaya B SMK Seksyen 1 Bandar Kinrara SMK Seksyen 3 Bandar Kinrara SMK Seksyen 4 Bandar Kinrara SMK Batu 8 SMK Putra Perdana
Higher education
RIMA International College (specialize in LCCI courses, Business programmes from Heriot-Watt, Bioscience, Hotel Management programme from CTH (endorsed by Gordon Ramsay)) Binary University College (specializes in management and entrepreneurship courses) Putra Intelek International College (located in Bandar Puteri 5, Puchong, they are specialized in Risk Management, Information Technology, Business Management, Accounting and Finance and Forensic Accounting) MAHSA University (located in Bandar Saujana Putra, Kuala Langat, on the other side of Puchong)
Transport
Expressways/Highways The main thoroughfare is the Damansara–Puchong Expressway which links Puchong to Kepong. Another route, the Shah Alam Expressway connects Puchong to Port Klang, Shah Alam, Subang Jaya and Sri Petaling.
Other highways include:
North–South Expressway Central Link highway, which connects between Shah Alam, Putra Heights, Bandar Saujana Putra, Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Nilai, accessible through Jalan Kampung Lombong in Taman Mas/Taman Putra Prima or Jalan Puchong–Dengkil in Bandar Nusaputra/Putra Perdana. Putrajaya Link, which connects between Putrajaya and Cyberjaya, accessible through Jalan Puchong–Dengkil in Bandar Nusaputra/Putra Perdana. South Klang Valley Expressway connects Puchong to Pulau Indah, Banting and Kajang, accessible through Damansara–Puchong Expressway or Jalan Kampung Lombong in Taman Mas/Taman Putra Prima.