Telen Postal Codes: 75554 | Kutai Timur, Kalimantan Timur

Key Facts

Telen is a district (kecamatan) located in the southeastern part of Kutai Timur Regency, within the province of East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Situated in the interior of Borneo island, Telen occupies a strategic position along the Telen River, which serves as an important transportation route through the region's dense tropical rainforests. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 15,000 people, primarily consisting of Dayak communities who maintain traditional lifestyles while increasingly engaging in modern economic activities. Telen is administratively divided into 10 villages (desa), including the main settlement of Telen Seberang, which serves as the district's administrative center. The local economy is predominantly based on agriculture, with rubber and oil palm plantations being significant contributors, along with traditional subsistence farming and fishing in the Telen River system. The district's infrastructure includes basic educational facilities, health centers, and transportation networks that connect the various villages, though road conditions can be challenging during the rainy season. As part of Indonesia's ongoing development efforts in eastern Kalimantan, Telen represents an important administrative unit for local governance and service delivery. For residents and businesses seeking to navigate the region's administrative systems, accessing accurate postal code information for Telen's constituent villages is essential for mail delivery, official documentation, and various commercial transactions.

Neighboring Regions

• Muara Ancalong
• Long Mesangat
• Kongbeng
• Busang
• Rantau Pulung