Alas Barat Postal Codes: 84354 | Sumbawa, Nusa Tenggara Barat

Key Facts

Alas Barat is a district (kecamatan) located in the western part of Sumbawa Regency within the province of Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia. Situated on the island of Sumbawa, this administrative region occupies a strategic position in the regency's western sector, characterized by its coastal areas and inland terrain typical of the Lesser Sunda Islands. With an approximate population of around 30,000 residents, Alas Barat covers a land area of approximately 250 square kilometers, making it one of the medium-sized districts within Sumbawa Regency. The district is administratively divided into 12 villages (desa), each with its own local governance structure that serves the predominantly agricultural and fishing communities. The economy of Alas Barat is primarily based on agriculture, with rice cultivation, corn farming, and livestock rearing being the main economic activities, supplemented by coastal fishing along its shoreline. The district's topography features a mix of coastal plains and rolling hills, with the climate following the tropical monsoon pattern common to eastern Indonesia, marked by distinct wet and dry seasons. As part of the Sumbawa region, Alas Barat shares in the cultural heritage of the Sumbawa people, with traditional customs and local wisdom still practiced in daily life. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for the villages within Alas Barat district, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and documentation needs.

Neighboring Regions

• Alas
• Labangka
• Lantung
• Rhee