Tomia Timur Postal Codes: 93793 to 93797 | Wakatobi, Sulawesi Tenggara

Key Facts

Tomia Timur is a district (kecamatan) located in the Wakatobi Regency of Southeast Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. Situated in the eastern part of the Wakatobi archipelago, this district encompasses the eastern portion of Tomia Island and several smaller surrounding islands within the Banda Sea. As part of the Coral Triangle, one of the world's most biodiverse marine regions, Tomia Timur features stunning coral reefs and rich marine ecosystems that attract researchers and eco-tourists alike. The district covers approximately 50 square kilometers and has a population of around 8,000-10,000 residents who primarily engage in fishing, seaweed farming, and small-scale agriculture. Tomia Timur is administratively divided into several villages (desa) that dot its coastal areas and interior landscapes. The district's economy is closely tied to marine resources, with traditional fishing methods still practiced alongside modern techniques. Visitors to Tomia Timur can access postal code information for its constituent villages to facilitate communication and shipping to this remote but vital part of Indonesia's maritime territory.