Kao Utara Postal Codes, Halmahera Utara, Maluku Utara Indonesia

The postal code for Kao Utara is 97764 in Maluku Utara, Halmahera Utara, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Kao Utara.

Kao Utara on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kao Utara 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 Kao Utara

Key Facts

Kao Utara is a district (kecamatan) located in the northern part of Halmahera Utara Regency within North Maluku Province, Indonesia. Situated on the large island of Halmahera, Kao Utara occupies a strategic position in the northern section of the Kao Bay area, bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the east and characterized by coastal lowlands transitioning to forested hills inland. This district covers approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 25,000 people, primarily engaged in agriculture, fishing, and small-scale trade. Kao Utara is administratively divided into 12 villages (desa), including the main settlement of Kao, which serves as the district's administrative center. The region features a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, supporting the cultivation of cloves, nutmeg, coconut, and various food crops that form the backbone of the local economy. Historically, the area has been part of the spice trade routes that made the Maluku Islands famous, and today it maintains cultural traditions blending indigenous practices with influences from various migrant groups. For those seeking detailed postal and administrative information about Kao Utara's constituent villages, this platform provides comprehensive access to location-specific data and services.

Neighboring Regions

* Kao

* Malifut

* Tobelo Selatan

* Tobelo Utara

* Tobelo Tengah

* Tobelo