Maiana Postal Codes: KI0109 | Gilbert Islands

Key Facts

Maiana is an atoll and district within the Gilbert Islands group of Kiribati, situated in the central Pacific Ocean. Located approximately 70 kilometers south of the capital atoll Tarawa, Maiana forms part of the central Gilbert Islands chain. This coral atoll spans about 16 kilometers in length and 8 kilometers in width, with a total land area of approximately 16.72 square kilometers surrounding a large central lagoon. The atoll supports a population of around 2,000 people who primarily reside in several villages scattered across the narrow land strips. Administratively, Maiana is divided into multiple villages that serve as the basic administrative units. The atoll's economy is predominantly based on subsistence farming, fishing, and copra production, with limited infrastructure connecting it to other parts of Kiribati. As with many Pacific atolls, Maiana faces challenges related to sea-level rise and freshwater availability. For those seeking to access postal code information for the various villages and settlements within Maiana district, this location serves as the primary administrative reference point.