Mukim Paloh is one of the eight official sub-districts (mukims) in Kluang District, Johor. It is well known for its fertile agricultural land, FELDA settlements, peaceful villages, and strong community values. Strategically located between Kluang Town, Segamat, and Labis, Paloh also holds political significance as a Johor state constituency (DUN N26 Paloh).
Formation & Historical Background
Mukim Paloh was established during the late British colonial era, initially as a forested and river-based inland settlement.
As part of Malaysia’s rural resettlement and poverty eradication initiatives, several FELDA schemes were developed in the 1970s–1980s, such as FELDA Ulu Belitong and FELDA Bukit Tongkat, allowing thousands of settlers to build homes and livelihoods here.
The area grew with plantation-based economies, mosques, schools, and community centers, forming a self-reliant kampung society.
Over time, Paloh town emerged as a local hub for education, healthcare, and public services.
Administrative & Geographic Info
Category
Details
Mukim Name
Mukim Paloh
District
Kluang
State
Johor
Governing Authority
Pejabat Daerah Kluang with support from MDKP & JPKK
Organized land schemes, settlers’ cooperatives, subsidy support
Commerce
Local grocery stores, agro-supply shops, pasar malam
Livelihood
Farmers, rubber tappers, estate workers, small entrepreneurs
Public Services & Infrastructure
Service Area
Facilities
Education
SK Paloh, SMK Paloh, KAFA & religious schools
Healthcare
Klinik Kesihatan Paloh, Klinik Desa
Transport
Jalan Paloh–Labis, connection to Yong Peng and Kluang
Utilities
Electricity by TNB, water by SAJ, telco coverage available
Religious & Community Life
Masjids and suraus present in all kampungs
Strong Islamic traditions: Tahlil, gotong-royong, Maulidur Rasul, Quran learning
Active JPKK (village committees) and youth clubs for sports & religious programs
FELDA zones often host community development & entrepreneurship training
Law & Order
Category
Details
Police Station
Balai Polis Paloh
Fire & Rescue
Nearest: Balai Bomba Kluang or Simpang Renggam
Emergency Hotline
999
Leadership & Governance
Position
Name/Note
Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN)
[To update – N26 Paloh current representative]
Member of Parliament (MP)
Hishammuddin Hussein – P153 Sembrong
Ketua Kampung / JPKK Leaders
Appointed for each kampung by Pejabat Daerah & MDKP
Felda Managers
Appointed by FELDA HQ for Ulu Belitong & Bukit Tongkat
Summary
Mukim Paloh stands as a symbol of Malaysia’s rural development success, combining the strength of traditional agriculture, FELDA modernization, and community-centered leadership. With its serene kampungs, productive plantations, and steadily growing services, Paloh continues to play a vital role in Kluang District’s stability and growth.
