Laham Postal Codes: 75779 | Mahakam Hulu, Kalimantan Timur

Key Facts

Laham is a district (kecamatan) located in Mahakam Hulu Regency, within the province of East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Situated in the northern part of Mahakam Hulu Regency, Laham occupies a strategic position in the interior of Borneo island, characterized by its remote location and dense tropical rainforest terrain. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 3,000-4,000 people, primarily consisting of indigenous Dayak communities who maintain traditional lifestyles and cultural practices. As one of the administrative subdivisions of Mahakam Hulu Regency, Laham is divided into several villages (desa) that serve as the basic administrative units for local governance and community organization. The district's economy is predominantly based on subsistence agriculture, small-scale farming, and forest product gathering, with limited infrastructure connecting it to larger urban centers. The remote nature of Laham contributes to its preservation of traditional customs and environmental conservation, though it also presents challenges for development and access to modern services. For those seeking detailed information about this region, accessing postal code data for Laham's constituent villages provides essential connectivity and administrative reference points for this remote district.

Neighboring Regions

• Long Bagun
• Long Hubung
• Long Pahangai