Danau Postal Codes: to | Aceh Tengah, Aceh

Key Facts

Danau is a district (kecamatan) located in Aceh Tengah Regency, within the special region of Aceh, Indonesia. Situated in the central highlands of Sumatra, Danau lies approximately 1,200 meters above sea level in the heart of the Gayo Highlands, surrounded by volcanic mountains and lush tropical forests. The district covers an area of approximately 212 square kilometers and serves as an important agricultural center for the region, known particularly for its coffee plantations that produce the renowned Gayo coffee. Danau is administratively divided into 15 villages (gampong), including the main settlement of Danau Laut Tawar, which takes its name from the nearby Lake Laut Tawar, one of the largest freshwater lakes in Sumatra. The district's population of around 25,000 people consists predominantly of the Gayo ethnic group, who maintain strong cultural traditions and speak the Gayo language alongside Indonesian. As a key administrative unit within Aceh Tengah, Danau provides essential local governance and public services to its residents while preserving the unique cultural heritage of the Gayo people. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Danau's constituent villages, this district serves as the primary reference point within Aceh Tengah's administrative structure.

Neighboring Regions

• Lut Tawar
• Bebesen
• Bintang
• Silih Nara
• Pegasing