Agam Postal Codes: 26151 to 26473 | Sumatera Barat

Key Facts

Agam is a regency (kabupaten) located in the western part of Indonesia's West Sumatra province, situated along the central western coast of Sumatra island. This administrative region covers approximately 2,232 square kilometers and serves as an important cultural and economic hub in the Minangkabau highlands. The regency is named after Mount Marapi, which is locally known as Gunung Agam, and this active volcano dominates the landscape while holding significant cultural importance for the local Minangkabau people. Agam is administratively divided into 16 districts (kecamatan) that encompass both coastal areas along the Indian Ocean and fertile highland valleys. With a population of approximately 530,000 people according to recent estimates, the regency maintains a diverse economy based on agriculture, tourism, and small-scale industries. The capital city of Lubuk Basung serves as the administrative center and main commercial hub, while other important towns include Bukittinggi, though the city itself maintains separate administrative status. Agam's strategic location between the coast and highlands has made it a historically significant region for trade and cultural exchange. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Agam's 16 districts and their constituent villages, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate navigation and communication within this diverse regency.

Neighboring Regions

• Padang Pariaman
• Tanah Datar
• Lima Puluh Kota
• Pasaman
• West Pasaman
• Padang City
• Bukittinggi City
• Payakumbuh City