Kencong Postal Codes: 68167 | Jember, Jawa Timur

Key Facts

Kencong is a district (kecamatan) located in the southern part of Jember Regency, within the East Java province of Indonesia. Situated approximately 30 kilometers southwest of Jember city, this administrative region serves as an important agricultural and economic hub in the regency. Covering an area of approximately 56.5 square kilometers, Kencong has a population of around 80,000 people according to recent estimates, making it one of the more densely populated districts in southern Jember. The district is administratively divided into 8 villages (desa/kelurahan), including Kencong, Cakru, and Kraton, each with its own local governance structure. Kencong's economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with significant production of rice, corn, and various tropical fruits, while also serving as a commercial center for the surrounding rural areas. The district benefits from its strategic location along major transportation routes connecting Jember with other southern regions of East Java. For residents and businesses seeking postal services, Kencong district contains multiple postal code areas corresponding to its constituent villages, facilitating efficient mail delivery and logistics throughout the region.

Neighboring Regions

• Puger
• Gumukmas
• Jombang
• Sumberbaru