Poom Postal Codes: 98254 to 98652 | Kepulauan Yapen, Papua

Key Facts

Poom is a district (distrik) located within the Kepulauan Yapen Regency in Papua Province, Indonesia. Situated in the eastern part of Yapen Island, which lies in Cenderawasih Bay off the northern coast of mainland Papua, Poom occupies a strategic coastal position that has historically supported both maritime and terrestrial livelihoods. As part of the larger Yapen Islands archipelago, Poom benefits from the region's rich biodiversity, characterized by tropical rainforests, coral reefs, and diverse marine ecosystems. While precise population figures for Poom specifically are not widely published, the district is home to several villages and communities, primarily engaged in fishing, subsistence agriculture, and small-scale trade. Administratively, Poom is subdivided into multiple villages (desa), each contributing to the district's cultural and economic tapestry, with local governance managed under the broader framework of Kepulauan Yapen Regency. The district's location on Yapen Island places it within a region known for its unique flora and fauna, including endemic bird species, and it serves as a gateway to exploring the natural and cultural heritage of Papua. For detailed postal code information and administrative data for Poom's constituent villages, users can access specialized resources to facilitate navigation and communication within this distinct Indonesian district.