Benawa Postal Codes: 99081 to 99583 | Yalimo, Papua

Key Facts

Benawa is a district (kecamatan) located within Yalimo Regency in the Papua Province of Indonesia. Situated in the central highlands of Papua, Benawa occupies a strategic position within the mountainous interior of the island, characterized by rugged terrain and dense tropical forests typical of the region. As part of the Yalimo Regency, Benawa lies within one of Indonesia's most remote and culturally diverse areas, home to various indigenous communities with rich cultural traditions. While precise population figures for Benawa specifically are challenging to verify due to the region's remoteness, districts in this area typically have populations ranging from a few thousand to around ten thousand residents, with livelihoods primarily based on subsistence agriculture, hunting, and gathering. The district covers an area of approximately several hundred square kilometers, though exact measurements are often approximate given the challenging topography and limited infrastructure. Benawa is administratively divided into multiple villages (desa) that serve as the primary settlement centers for the local population. The district's infrastructure remains basic, with limited road access and reliance on air transport for connection to larger population centers. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Benawa's constituent villages, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate communication and service delivery to this remote but culturally significant part of Indonesia.

Neighboring Regions

• Elelim
• Abenaho
• Welarek
• Apalapsili