Sawai Postal Codes, Mamberamo Raya, Papua Indonesia

Postal codes for Sawai range from 98262 to 98682 in Papua, Mamberamo Raya, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Sawai.

Sawai on the Map

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

What to Know About Sawai

Key Facts

Sawai is a district (kecamatan) located in Mamberamo Raya Regency, within the Papua Province of Indonesia. Situated in the northern part of the regency, Sawai occupies a strategic position along the coastal areas of Papua's northern shoreline, characterized by its tropical rainforest climate and proximity to the Mamberamo River system, one of Indonesia's largest river basins. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as home to several indigenous Papuan communities, with an estimated population of around 3,000-4,000 residents primarily engaged in subsistence agriculture, fishing, and small-scale trade. Administratively, Sawai is divided into multiple villages (desa) that form the basic governance units within the district structure. The region's geography is defined by lowland forests, river networks, and coastal mangroves, supporting rich biodiversity while presenting challenges for transportation and infrastructure development. As part of the broader Mamberamo Raya Regency development initiatives, Sawai represents an important administrative unit for local governance and community services. For comprehensive postal code information and detailed addressing data for Sawai's constituent villages and settlements, users can access the complete postal directory through our platform.

Neighboring Regions

* Mamberamo Tengah

* Mamberamo Hilir

* Benuki

* Waropen Atas