Bukit Katil (federal constituency)
Bukit Katil is a federal constituency in Melaka, Malaysia, that has been represented in the Dewan Rakyat since 2004.
The constituency was created in the 2003 redistribution and is mandated to return a single member to the Dewan Rakyat under the first-past-the-post voting system. It is located within the parliamentary area of Kota Melaka.
Bukit Katil primarily encompasses residential areas and commercial centers on the outskirts of Melaka City. Key areas within the constituency include Bukit Katil, Ayer Keroh, and surrounding neighbourhoods. The constituency has experienced significant growth in population and development over the past two decades.
Historically, Bukit Katil has been a closely contested seat, with both the ruling coalition and opposition parties having secured victories in past elections. The demographic makeup of the constituency is diverse, reflecting the multiracial character of Malaysia.
The Member of Parliament for Bukit Katil is responsible for representing the interests of the constituents in the Dewan Rakyat, participating in legislative debates, and addressing local issues.