Abaiang Postal Codes: KI0104 | Gilbert Islands

Key Facts

Abaiang is an atoll and one of the islands within the Gilbert Islands group of Kiribati. Located in the central Pacific Ocean, approximately 450 kilometers north of Tarawa, the capital of Kiribati, Abaiang is situated in the northern part of the Gilbert Islands chain. This coral atoll consists of several islets surrounding a large lagoon and covers a total land area of about 17.5 square kilometers. With an estimated population of around 5,500 people, Abaiang is one of the more populated outer islands of Kiribati. The atoll is divided into several villages and communities, with the main settlements including Taburao, Tabontebike, and Tuarabu. Abaiang features typical Pacific atoll geography with coconut palm forests, white sand beaches, and a rich marine environment in its lagoon. The island's economy is primarily based on subsistence farming, fishing, and copra production. As part of Kiribati's administrative structure, Abaiang functions as an important local government unit within the Gilbert Islands region. For those seeking detailed information about the island's various communities and their specific locations, accessing postal code data for Abaiang's different villages and districts can provide valuable geographical context.