Sutera Postal Codes: 25662 | Pesisir Selatan, Sumatera Barat

Key Facts

Sutera is a district (kecamatan) located in the Pesisir Selatan Regency of West Sumatra Province, Indonesia. Situated along the southwestern coast of Sumatra island, this administrative region occupies a strategic position within the coastal landscape of its parent regency. With an approximate area of around 150 square kilometers, Sutera encompasses both coastal lowlands and inland areas that gradually rise toward the Barisan Mountains. The district is administratively divided into 9 nagari (traditional Minangkabau villages), reflecting the strong cultural heritage of the Minangkabau people who predominantly inhabit the region. According to recent estimates, Sutera has a population of approximately 25,000 residents who are primarily engaged in agriculture, fishing, and small-scale trade. The district's economy benefits from its coastal location, with fishing activities complementing agricultural production of crops like rice, coconut, and cloves. Sutera maintains the characteristic matrilineal social structure typical of Minangkabau society, where property and family names are passed through the female line. The district's infrastructure includes several primary and secondary schools, health centers, and traditional markets that serve the local population. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Sutera's constituent nagari, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate communication and service delivery throughout the district.

Neighboring Regions

• Linggo Sari Baganti
• Ranah Pesisir
• Koto XI Tarusan
• Batang Kapas