Uwapa Postal Codes, Nabire, Papua Indonesia

The postal code for Uwapa is 98842 in Papua, Nabire, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Uwapa.

Uwapa on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Uwapa 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 Uwapa

Key Facts

Uwapa is a district (kecamatan) located in Nabire Regency, within the Papua Province of Indonesia. Situated in the central part of the Bird's Head Peninsula, Uwapa occupies a strategic position in the northern coastal region of Nabire, bordered by the Cenderawasih Bay to the north. This district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as home to around 15,000 residents, primarily from indigenous Papuan communities who maintain traditional livelihoods including fishing, subsistence agriculture, and small-scale trade. Uwapa is administratively divided into 12 villages (desa), each with its own local governance structure that works in coordination with the district administration. The region's topography features a mix of coastal lowlands and forested hills, with several small rivers flowing northward into the bay. As part of Indonesia's easternmost province, Uwapa represents an important administrative unit for local governance and community services. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Uwapa's constituent villages, this district serves as the primary reference point within Nabire's administrative hierarchy.

Neighboring Regions

* Yaur

* Napan

* Wanggar

* Siriwo

* Yaro