Tambora Postal Codes: 84190 | Bima, Nusa Tenggara Barat

Key Facts

Tambora is a district (kecamatan) located in Bima Regency, within the province of West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. Situated on the western coast of Sumbawa Island, Tambora occupies a historically significant position in the Indonesian archipelago. The district covers an area of approximately 278 square kilometers and has a population of around 35,000 people according to recent estimates. Tambora is administratively divided into 12 villages (desa), including notable settlements such as Kawinda Nae, Kawinda Toi, and Oi Bura. The district's name is famously associated with Mount Tambora, the massive stratovolcano whose catastrophic 1815 eruption was one of the most powerful in recorded history, dramatically altering global climate patterns. Today, the area features a mix of coastal communities, agricultural lands, and the protected Tambora National Park, which encompasses the volcanic mountain and its surrounding ecosystems. The region's economy is primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and increasingly, tourism centered around the volcano's historical significance and natural beauty. For those seeking detailed postal information and administrative data for Tambora's constituent villages, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate communication and service delivery throughout this historically rich district.

Neighboring Regions

• Sape
• Lambu
• Sanggar
• Soromandi
• Wera