Draft:Kuak Hulu
Village in Gerik, Perak, Malaysia
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Kuak Hulu is a small rural village located in the district of Gerik, in the state of Perak, Malaysia. The settlement lies within the Hulu Perak region, an area characterised by forested hills, small agricultural communities, and proximity to the East–West Highway that connects Gerik to Jeli in Kelantan.
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Kuak Hulu | |
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Village | |
| Country |  Malaysia |
| State | Perak |
| District | Hulu Perak District |
| Mukim | Gerik |
| Population (2024) | |
• Total | 1,700 |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (MST) |
| Vehicle registration | A |
Geography
Kuak Hulu is situated north-east of the Gerik town centre and is surrounded by secondary forest and smallholdings. The area forms part of the larger Hulu Perak district, which is known for its natural landscapes, including lakes, rivers, and forest reserves. The climate is tropical and humid year-round, with frequent rainfall.
Economy
The local economy is primarily based on small-scale agriculture, including rubber, palm oil, and fruit cultivation. Some residents engage in forestry-related work or commute to nearby Gerik for employment. The village does not have major commercial centres and relies on Gerik for most services and amenities.
Transportation
Kuak Hulu is accessible via local roads branching from the main routes leading into Gerik. The nearest major roadway is Federal Route 4, the East-West Highway, which serves as the primary transport corridor for the region.
2025 AI-generated cable car hoax
In 2025, Kuak Hulu became the subject of media attention after an AI-generated video on Threads falsely claimed that a cable car attraction called the "Kuak SkyRide" had opened in the village. The video, styled as a news report from a fictional broadcaster named TV Rakyat, featured AI‑generated visuals and a synthetic narration voice, and asserted that the cable car transported visitors to a petting zoo at its upper station.[1][2][3]
The realistic presentation of the footage led some viewers to believe the attraction was genuine, prompting at least one couple to travel to Gerik in search of the non-existent site. Local media later confirmed that no such project existed and that the video was entirely AI-generated.[1]