Parit Buntar

The name Parit Buntar originated from a well-known leader, Tok Buntar, who was famous at the time when he and his followers built the drainage system, which used water from the Kerian River to irrigate the surrounding paddy fileds. The main drain was named "Parit Tok Buntar" meaning the drain of Tok Buntar. Later on, the town where the main drain is located was named Parit Buntar.  Parit Buntar town is situated in the north of the Kerian district and is bordered by the towns, Bandar Baharu in the state of Kedah and Nibong Tebal in the state of Penang.

 

Updated On: 04.11.06