West Sepik (Sandaun) Postal Codes: 551 to 556

Key Facts

West Sepik, also known as Sandaun Province, is one of Papua New Guinea's 22 provinces, located in the northwesternmost part of the country. It shares an extensive international border with Indonesia's Papua province to the west and is bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the north. Covering approximately 36,300 square kilometers, West Sepik is characterized by diverse topography ranging from coastal lowlands along the northern seaboard to the rugged peaks of the Bewani and Torricelli mountain ranges inland. The province has an estimated population of around 250,000 people, with Vanimo serving as its capital and largest urban center. Administratively, West Sepik is divided into several districts and local-level government areas that encompass numerous villages and communities. The province's economy is primarily based on subsistence agriculture, forestry, and small-scale fishing, with growing potential in tourism due to its pristine beaches and surfing opportunities. This comprehensive information about West Sepik's administrative structure provides essential context for accessing postal code information for its various sub-regions and communities.

Neighboring Regions

• East Sepik Province
• Indonesia (Papua Province)