Misool Barat Postal Codes: 98484 | Raja Ampat, Papua Barat

Key Facts

Misool Barat is a district (kecamatan) located in the Raja Ampat Regency of West Papua Province, Indonesia. Situated in the southwestern part of the Raja Ampat archipelago, this district encompasses the western portion of Misool Island and several surrounding smaller islands, positioned approximately 200 kilometers southwest of the regency's capital, Waisai. Misool Barat covers a land area of roughly 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 3,000-4,000 residents, primarily engaged in fishing, subsistence agriculture, and small-scale tourism. The district is administratively divided into 10 villages (desa), including notable settlements such as Lilinta, Waigama, and Aduwei, which serve as local administrative and community centers. Geographically, Misool Barat is characterized by its rugged limestone karst formations, dense tropical forests, and extensive coral reef systems that are part of the larger Raja Ampat Marine Park, recognized as one of the world's most biodiverse marine habitats. The district's remote location and limited infrastructure present challenges for development, but also help preserve its pristine natural environment and traditional cultural practices of the indigenous communities. For detailed postal code information and administrative data for each of Misool Barat's villages, comprehensive regional databases are available to assist with navigation and service delivery in this remote part of Indonesia.

Neighboring Regions

• Misool Timur
• Misool Selatan
• Kofiau
• Salawati Utara