Jailolo Postal Codes: 97752 | Halmahera Barat, Maluku Utara

Key Facts

Jailolo is a district (kecamatan) located in the Halmahera Barat Regency of North Maluku Province, Indonesia. Situated on the western coast of Halmahera Island, Jailolo occupies a strategic position along the Jailolo Bay, which has historically been an important maritime route in the Maluku Islands. The district serves as both an administrative center and a cultural hub for the region, with its name derived from the historic Jailolo Sultanate that once dominated this area. Covering approximately 150 square kilometers, Jailolo is home to around 25,000 residents who primarily engage in fishing, agriculture, and small-scale trade. The district is administratively divided into 12 villages (desa/kelurahan), including Jailolo City, Acango, and other coastal and inland settlements. Jailolo's tropical climate and coastal location support diverse economic activities, with clove and nutmeg plantations being significant agricultural products alongside marine resources from the surrounding waters. The district's infrastructure includes basic educational facilities, health centers, and transportation networks connecting it to other parts of Halmahera Barat. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for each of Jailolo's constituent villages to facilitate navigation and service delivery throughout the district.

Neighboring Regions

• Sahu
• Ibu
• Loloda