Makale Postal Codes: 91811 to 91817 | Tana Toraja, Sulawesi Selatan

Key Facts

Makale is the capital town and administrative center of Tana Toraja Regency in South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. Located in the central highlands of Sulawesi island, Makale serves as the governmental and commercial hub for the Toraja region, situated approximately 300 kilometers north of the provincial capital Makassar. The town lies at an elevation of around 800 meters above sea level, providing it with a cooler climate than coastal areas. Makale has an estimated population of approximately 40,000 people and covers an area of roughly 30 square kilometers. As the regency capital, Makale contains the main government offices, markets, and infrastructure that serve the broader Tana Toraja region. The town is divided into several urban villages (kelurahan) that form its administrative structure. Makale's strategic location makes it the primary gateway for visitors exploring the unique cultural heritage of the Toraja people, known for their elaborate funeral ceremonies, traditional Tongkonan houses, and cliff-side burial sites. For those seeking detailed postal and administrative information about Makale's various neighborhoods and the surrounding Tana Toraja region, comprehensive postal code data is available for all sub-regions.

Neighboring Regions

• Tondon
• Gandangbatu Sillanan
• Rantetayo
• Sangalla
• Rindingallo
• Bittuang
• Kurra