Kiwirok Postal Codes, Pegunungan Bintang, Papua Indonesia

The postal code for Kiwirok is 99421 in Papua, Pegunungan Bintang, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Kiwirok.

Kiwirok on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kiwirok 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 Kiwirok

Key Facts

Kiwirok is a district (kecamatan) located in the Pegunungan Bintang Regency of Papua Province, Indonesia. Situated in the central highlands region of Papua, Kiwirok lies within the rugged Star Mountains range that gives the regency its name, positioned near the border with Papua New Guinea. This remote district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as an important administrative center for the surrounding highland communities. The district is characterized by its mountainous terrain, dense tropical forests, and traditional Papuan villages, with elevations ranging from 1,500 to over 3,000 meters above sea level. Kiwirok 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 population of around 15,000 people relies mainly on subsistence agriculture, hunting, and gathering, with sweet potatoes being the staple crop. As part of the broader administrative structure, Kiwirok District plays a crucial role in local governance and service delivery for residents seeking to access postal services and administrative documentation for its constituent villages.

Neighboring Regions

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* Okbibab

* Batom

* Mofinop

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* Borme

* Eipumek

* Alemsom

* Ok Aom

* Kiwirok Timur

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* Jetsy

* Pepera

* Teiraplu

* Seredela

* Uram

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