Messawa Postal Codes: 91361 | Mamasa, Sulawesi Barat

Key Facts

Messawa is a district (kecamatan) located in Mamasa Regency, within the province of West Sulawesi, Indonesia. Situated in the central highlands of Sulawesi Island, Messawa lies within the mountainous interior of the Mamasa Valley region, characterized by its rugged terrain and elevation that provides a cooler climate than coastal areas. As one of the administrative subdivisions of Mamasa Regency, Messawa serves as an important local governance unit overseeing several villages in this remote part of Sulawesi. The district covers an area of approximately 150-200 square kilometers and has a population of around 8,000-10,000 people, primarily consisting of the indigenous Mamasa people who maintain traditional customs and agricultural practices. Messawa is divided into multiple villages (desa) that form the basic administrative structure of the district, with local governance focused on community development and public services. The economy is predominantly agricultural, with residents engaged in subsistence farming, coffee cultivation, and small-scale livestock raising. This district provides access to postal code information and administrative services for its constituent villages, facilitating communication and governance in this mountainous region of West Sulawesi.

Neighboring Regions

• Tanduk Kalua
• Mambi
• Pana
• Nosu
• Tabang
• Sesenapadang