Damau Postal Codes: 95872 | Kepulauan Talaud, Sulawesi Utara

Key Facts

Damau is a district (kecamatan) located within the Talaud Islands Regency of North Sulawesi province in Indonesia. Situated in the northernmost part of the Talaud archipelago, Damau occupies a strategic position in the border region between Indonesia and the Philippines. This district encompasses several islands and islets, with its administrative center typically located on one of the main inhabited islands. While precise population figures for Damau specifically are not readily available, the entire Talaud Islands Regency had approximately 100,000 residents according to recent estimates, with Damau representing one of its constituent districts. The area covers several square kilometers of land area spread across multiple islands, characterized by tropical vegetation, coastal ecosystems, and traditional fishing communities. As a district-level administrative unit, Damau is further subdivided into villages (desa/kelurahan) that serve as the basic administrative units for local governance and community organization. The district's economy is primarily based on fisheries, agriculture, and limited tourism, with its remote island location presenting both challenges and opportunities for development. For residents and visitors seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Damau's constituent villages can be accessed through official Indonesian postal services to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services across this island district.