Pulau Laut Selatan Postal Codes: 72157 | Kotabaru, Kalimantan Selatan

Key Facts

Pulau Laut Selatan is a district (kecamatan) located in Kotabaru Regency, South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. Situated in the southern part of Laut Island, which lies off the southeastern coast of Borneo in the Java Sea, this district occupies a strategic maritime position within the broader Indonesian archipelago. Pulau Laut Selatan covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as an important administrative and economic hub for the southern portion of Laut Island. The district is divided into 12 villages (desa), including Sebamban, Sungai Bali, and Sebuku, which collectively support a population of around 45,000 residents engaged primarily in fishing, agriculture, and small-scale trade. Its coastal geography features mangrove forests, sandy beaches, and coral reefs, contributing to local biodiversity and supporting livelihoods through marine resources. The district's infrastructure includes several ports facilitating inter-island transportation and connectivity to mainland Kalimantan. As part of Kotabaru Regency's efforts to promote regional development, Pulau Laut Selatan benefits from ongoing projects aimed at improving public services and economic opportunities. For detailed postal code information and administrative data for its constituent villages, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional listings available through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Pulau Laut Utara
• Pulau Laut Timur
• Pulau Sebuku