Balige Postal Codes, Toba Samosir, Sumatera Utara Indonesia

Postal codes for Balige range from 22311 to 22316 in Sumatera Utara, Toba Samosir, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Balige.

Balige on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Balige districts in Indonesia. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Balige

Key Facts

Balige is a town and the capital of Toba Samosir Regency, located in the northern part of Sumatra, Indonesia. Situated on the western shore of Lake Toba, the world's largest volcanic lake, Balige occupies a strategic position within North Sumatra province, approximately 250 kilometers northwest of Medan, the provincial capital. As the administrative center of Toba Samosir Regency, Balige serves as the hub for government services, commerce, and transportation in the region. The town covers an area of approximately 15 square kilometers and has a population of around 40,000 people, primarily from the Batak ethnic group. Balige is divided into several urban villages (kelurahan) including Huta Bolon, Lumban Pea, and Lumban Gaol. The town's economy is supported by agriculture, fishing in Lake Toba, tourism, and local government services. Balige is known for its cultural significance as a center of Batak traditions and hosts important educational institutions including the Nommensen University campus. The town's location along the Trans-Sumatran Highway makes it an important transit point for travelers exploring the Lake Toba region. To access detailed postal code information for Balige's various neighborhoods and surrounding areas, visitors can utilize our comprehensive location database.

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