Kaptel Postal Codes, Merauke, Papua Indonesia

The postal code for Kaptel is 99636 in Papua, Merauke, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Kaptel.

Kaptel on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kaptel 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 Kaptel

Key Facts

Kaptel is a district (kecamatan) located in the southern part of Merauke Regency, within the Papua province of Indonesia. Situated in the southeasternmost region of Indonesia, Kaptel lies near the border with Papua New Guinea, characterized by its flat, low-lying terrain typical of the Merauke area, which is part of the vast alluvial plains of southern Papua. The district covers an approximate area of 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 8,000 people, primarily from indigenous Papuan ethnic groups such as the Marind and Kanum, with subsistence agriculture, sago processing, and fishing being key economic activities. Kaptel is divided into 5 villages (kampung): Kaptel, Wan, Kuler, Bow Mabu, and Yagamit, each representing distinct community settlements within the district's largely rural and forested landscape. As a remote administrative unit, Kaptel plays a crucial role in local governance and service delivery, and accessing detailed postal code information for its constituent villages is essential for mail delivery, administrative coordination, and community development initiatives in this frontier region.

Neighboring Regions

* Ulilin

* Ngguti

* Sota

* Eligobel