Orkeri Postal Codes: 98172 to 98565 | Biak Numfor, Papua

Key Facts

Orkeri is a district (kecamatan) located within the Biak Numfor Regency in Papua Province, Indonesia. Situated in the Cenderawasih Bay region of northwestern Papua, Orkeri occupies a strategic position within the larger Biak Island archipelago. This administrative district covers approximately 150 square kilometers and serves a population of around 8,000 residents who primarily engage in fishing, subsistence agriculture, and small-scale trade. As part of the Biak Numfor Regency, Orkeri is divided into several villages (desa) that form the basic administrative units serving local communities. The district's coastal location has historically made maritime activities central to its economy and cultural identity, with traditional fishing practices continuing alongside modern economic developments. The region's tropical climate supports diverse marine ecosystems and limited agricultural production, primarily focused on coconut, sago, and small garden plots. Orkeri's administrative structure functions within the broader framework of Indonesian local governance, providing essential services to its constituent villages while maintaining cultural connections to the broader Papuan and Melanesian traditions. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Orkeri's various villages can be accessed through the district's administrative records and regional postal services.