Sajingan Besar Postal Codes: 79467 | Sambas, Kalimantan Barat

Key Facts

Sajingan Besar is a district (kecamatan) located in the Sambas Regency of West Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. Situated in the northwestern part of the regency, this administrative division occupies a strategic position near the border with Malaysia's Sarawak state. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as home to a population of around 45,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, fishing, and small-scale trade. Sajingan Besar is administratively divided into 12 villages (desa), including Sajingan Besar, Sebunga, and Temajuk, each with its own local governance structure. The region features a tropical rainforest climate with consistent temperatures throughout the year and experiences significant rainfall during the monsoon seasons. Its landscape is characterized by coastal areas along the South China Sea, river systems, and inland forested regions that support diverse flora and fauna. The district's economy relies heavily on agricultural production, particularly oil palm, rubber, and various food crops, while its coastal communities engage in traditional fishing activities. Sajingan Besar's proximity to the international border makes it an important area for cross-border trade and cultural exchange between Indonesia and Malaysia. For residents and businesses seeking to access postal services and administrative information, detailed postal code data is available for each of the district's 12 constituent villages.

Neighboring Regions

• Paloh
• Teluk Keramat
• Jawai
• Sebawi
• Tebas