Aranuka Postal Codes: KI0111 | Gilbert Islands

Key Facts

Aranuka is an atoll located within the Gilbert Islands group of Kiribati, situated in the central Pacific Ocean. This coral atoll is positioned approximately 50 kilometers northeast of the larger atoll of Abemama and lies about 150 kilometers south of the capital atoll, Tarawa. Aranuka consists of two main islets, Buariki and Takaeang, connected by a long sandbank that forms a continuous landmass during low tide. The atoll covers a total land area of just 11.6 square kilometers and surrounds a large, shallow lagoon that provides important marine resources for the local community. With a population of around 1,000 people according to recent estimates, Aranuka maintains a traditional Micronesian way of life centered around fishing, copra production, and subsistence agriculture. The atoll is administratively divided into several villages, with Buariki serving as the main settlement and administrative center. Aranuka's geography is characterized by low-lying coral formations typical of Pacific atolls, making it vulnerable to rising sea levels and climate change impacts. For detailed postal code information and administrative subdivisions within Aranuka, visitors can explore the specific village-level data available through our location services.