Iwur Postal Codes: 99432 to 99575 | Pegunungan Bintang, Papua

Key Facts

Iwur is a district (kecamatan) located in the Pegunungan Bintang Regency of Papua Province, Indonesia. Situated in the central highlands region of Papua, Iwur lies within the rugged Star Mountains range that gives the regency its name. This remote district occupies an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as an important administrative center for the surrounding communities. The district is characterized by mountainous terrain, dense tropical forests, and numerous river systems that flow through the region. Iwur is divided into several villages (desa) that are home to indigenous Papuan communities, primarily from the Ngalum and other highland ethnic groups who maintain traditional lifestyles and cultural practices. The district's economy is predominantly based on subsistence agriculture, with sweet potatoes, taro, and other root crops being the staple foods, supplemented by hunting and gathering from the surrounding forests. Access to Iwur is challenging due to the difficult terrain and limited transportation infrastructure, with air transport being the primary means of reaching the district from other parts of Papua. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Iwur's constituent villages can be accessed through regional postal services to facilitate communication and administrative functions in this remote highland district.

Neighboring Regions

• Oksibil
• Okbibab
• Kiwirok
• Batom
• Borme