Papua Barat Postal Codes, Indonesia

Postal codes for Papua Barat range from 98011 to 98662 in Indonesia. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Papua Barat, choose from the regencies listed below.

Regencies in Papua Barat

Papua Barat on the Map

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

What to Know About Papua Barat

Key Facts

Papua Barat is a province of Indonesia located in the western part of the island of New Guinea, forming part of the larger Papua region. Situated on the Bird's Head Peninsula and surrounding islands, it occupies the northwestern portion of Indonesian Papua and serves as an important administrative and economic hub for the region. With an area of approximately 60,275 square kilometers, Papua Barat is characterized by diverse geography ranging from coastal lowlands to mountainous interior regions, including parts of the Arfak Mountains. The province has a population of around 1.1 million people according to recent estimates, with Manokwari serving as its capital city and primary urban center. Papua Barat is divided into 12 regencies and one city, each containing numerous districts that facilitate local governance across this vast and geographically challenging territory. The province's strategic location along major shipping routes and its rich natural resources, including significant mineral deposits and extensive tropical forests, contribute to its economic importance within Indonesia. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, comprehensive resources are available for all municipalities and districts within Papua Barat province.

Neighboring Regions

* Papua

* North Maluku