Miangas Postal Codes: 95889 | Kepulauan Talaud, Sulawesi Utara

Key Facts

Miangas is a small island and village located in the Talaud Islands Regency of North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. Situated at the northernmost point of Indonesia, this remote island lies approximately 80 kilometers northeast of the main Talaud Islands and represents Indonesia's closest territory to the Philippines, positioned just 48 kilometers from the Philippine island of Mavulis. With a land area of only about 3.15 square kilometers, Miangas is home to a small community of around 800-1,000 residents who primarily engage in fishing and small-scale agriculture. Administratively, Miangas functions as a single village (desa) within the Talaud Islands Regency, making it the most specific administrative unit in Indonesia's territorial hierarchy. The island's strategic location near the maritime border with the Philippines has given it significant geopolitical importance throughout history. As Indonesia's northernmost settlement, Miangas serves as a crucial outpost for monitoring and securing the country's maritime boundaries. For those seeking detailed postal and administrative information about this remote Indonesian territory, comprehensive data about Miangas and its services can be accessed through regional government resources.