Buda

Welcome to Buda, a Tropical island in the Andaman or Burma Sea, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Buda unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

• Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
• Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
• Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
• Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
• News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of Buda

Size: 19.7 km²
Coastline: 24.8 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Andaman or Burma Sea
Continent: Asia

Buda is a Medium Island spanning 20 km² with a coastline of 25 km.

Archipel: Mergui Archipelago – Located in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Myanmar, known for their pristine beaches, diverse marine life, and Moken sea nomads.

Tectonic Plate: Sunda – Extends across Southeast Asia, encompassing parts of the Sunda Shelf, known for its interaction with the Australian Plate, contributing to volcanic activity in Indonesia.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 10.50798463 / Longitude: 98.21565874

Climate and weather of Buda

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Monsoon Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by heavy rainfall, high humidity, and uniformly high temperatures, but with a distinct short dry season. It features a seasonal reversal of prevailing wind directions.

Topography and nature of Buda

Timezone: UTC+06:30
Timezone places: Asia/Rangoon
Max. Elevation: 235 m
Mean Elevation: 102 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 72%

The mean elevation is 102 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 235 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Hills: Gently sloping landforms with rounded tops, having a maximum elevation between 200 and 500 meters. Hills contribute to a varied landscape on islands.

Dominating Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Characterized by dense, lush canopies of broadleaf trees that retain their leaves year-round. These forests are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions and are known for their high biodiversity. Buda has a tree cover of 72 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Buda

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Buda. The nearest airport is Kawthoung Airport, located 59 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Buda. The closest major port is BANG SAPHAN, approximately 168 km away.

The mean population of Buda is 83 per km². Buda is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Myanmar.

Continuing your journey, Kyun Pila is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Buda island

Myanmar is classified as Least developed region: Countries that exhibit the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, with the lowest Human Development Index ratings. The level of income is Low income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Buda

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Buda. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.