Meureudu Postal Codes: 24186 | Pidie Jaya, Aceh

Key Facts

Meureudu is the capital and administrative center of Pidie Jaya Regency, located in the Aceh province of Indonesia. Situated in the northern part of Sumatra island, Meureudu serves as the primary urban hub for the regency, positioned approximately 150 kilometers southeast of Banda Aceh, the provincial capital. The town lies in a strategic location that connects various parts of the regency and serves as an important commercial and governmental center for the surrounding rural areas. With an estimated population of around 40,000 people, Meureudu functions as the economic and administrative heart of Pidie Jaya Regency, which itself covers approximately 1,073 square kilometers. The town is divided into several urban villages (kelurahan) and is surrounded by agricultural lands, primarily producing rice and other staple crops. As the regency capital, Meureudu hosts the main government offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial establishments that serve the broader Pidie Jaya region. The town's development has been significant since Pidie Jaya became an independent regency in 2007, separating from the larger Pidie Regency. Visitors and residents can access detailed postal code information for Meureudu's various neighborhoods and the surrounding sub-districts through our comprehensive database.

Neighboring Regions

• Bandar Dua
• Ulim
• Meurah Dua
• Jangka Buya
• Trienggadeng