Buntao Postal Codes, Toraja Utara, Sulawesi Selatan Indonesia

Postal codes for Buntao range from 91841 to 91853 in Sulawesi Selatan, Toraja Utara, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Buntao.

Buntao on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Buntao 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 Buntao

Key Facts

Buntao is a district (kecamatan) located in the northern part of Toraja Utara Regency within South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. Situated in the highlands of Sulawesi island, Buntao occupies a strategic position in the heart of the Toraja cultural region, known for its distinctive traditional architecture, elaborate funeral ceremonies, and rich cultural heritage. This administrative district covers an area of approximately 120 square kilometers and serves as home to around 15,000 residents who primarily engage in agriculture, particularly rice cultivation in the terraced paddies that characterize the local landscape. Buntao is divided into several villages (desa/kelurahan) that maintain the traditional Toraja social structure and cultural practices. The district's elevation provides it with a cooler tropical climate compared to coastal areas, supporting both subsistence farming and the cultivation of cash crops like coffee and cloves. As part of the Toraja cultural heartland, Buntao contains numerous traditional Tongkonan houses and rice barns, along with ancient megalithic sites that reflect the area's deep historical roots. For those seeking to access postal services or communicate with residents in this culturally significant district, comprehensive postal code information is available for all of Buntao's constituent villages.

Neighboring Regions

* Rindingallo

* Sesean

* Sa'dan

* Tikala

* Kapala Pitu

* Sanggalangi