Galang Postal Codes, Batam, Kepulauan Riau Indonesia

Postal codes for Galang range from 29481 to 29487 in Kepulauan Riau, Batam, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Galang.

Galang on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Galang districts in Indonesia. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Galang

Key Facts

Galang is an island and administrative district (kecamatan) located within the city of Batam in the Riau Islands Province of Indonesia. Situated in the southern part of Batam, Galang Island forms part of the larger Barelang archipelago, which includes Batam, Rempang, and Galang islands connected by bridges. Geographically, Galang lies approximately 25 kilometers southeast of Batam's main urban center and is positioned near the strategic shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait. The island covers an area of approximately 80 square kilometers and has a population of around 40,000 residents. Galang is administratively divided into several villages (kelurahan) including Sijantung, Air Raja, and Pulau Abang. Historically, Galang gained international significance as the site of a Vietnamese refugee camp that operated from 1979 to 1996, housing over 250,000 refugees during its operation. Today, the island's economy is primarily supported by fishing, small-scale agriculture, and emerging tourism centered around its historical sites and natural beaches. The island is connected to neighboring Rempang Island by the Barelang Bridge, facilitating transportation and economic integration within the region. For detailed postal code information and administrative subdivisions within Galang district, visitors can access comprehensive location data through our platform.