Talawi Postal Codes: 27441 to 27449 | Sawah Lunto, Sumatera Barat

Key Facts

Talawi is a district (kecamatan) located within the city of Sawah Lunto in West Sumatra province, Indonesia. Situated in the central part of Sawah Lunto, Talawi district encompasses both urban and rural areas that reflect the region's mining heritage and agricultural traditions. The district covers approximately 42 square kilometers and serves as home to around 15,000 residents who live in a landscape characterized by rolling hills and valleys typical of the Bukit Barisan mountain range. Administratively, Talawi is divided into several villages (kelurahan/desa) including Talawi, Pasar Talawi, and surrounding settlements that maintain the cultural traditions of the Minangkabau people. The district's economy historically revolved around coal mining operations that were central to Sawah Lunto's development as a mining town during the Dutch colonial era, though agriculture and local commerce have become increasingly important. Visitors to Talawi can observe the transition from the urban center of Sawah Lunto to the more rural outskirts, with traditional Minangkabau architecture visible throughout the villages. For those seeking to navigate this district or send correspondence to specific areas within it, accessing accurate postal code information for Talawi's various sub-regions ensures proper delivery throughout this historically significant part of West Sumatra.

Neighboring Regions

• Lembah Segar
• Barangin
• Silungkang