Majaba

Majaba
1.019 km²
Coastline: 7.282 km
Landform: Plains
442 / km²
UTC+08:00
Tree Cover: 55%
Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Majaba

Size: 1.019 km²
Coastline: 7.3 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Philippine Sea
Continent: Asia

Majaba is a Small Island spanning 1 km² with a coastline of 7.3 km.

Archipel: Malay Archipelago – The world’s largest archipelago, located between mainland Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its immense biodiversity and cultural diversity.

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: 11.70642457 / Longitude: 124.87790256

Climate and weather of Majaba

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Rainforest Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: This climate is typified by heavy rainfall throughout the year, high humidity, and consistently high temperatures, leading to lush rainforests and rich biodiversity. Seasonal temperature variations are minimal.

Topography and nature of Majaba

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 15 m
Mean Elevation: 8 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 55%

The mean elevation is 8 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 15 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Dominated by evergreen coniferous trees such as pines and firs, which retain their needle-like leaves throughout the year. These forests are often found in cooler climates. Majaba has a tree cover of 55 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Majaba

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Majaba. The nearest airport is Calbayog Airport, located 54 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Majaba. The closest major port is CATBALOGAN, approximately 6 km away.

The mean population of Majaba is 442 per km². Majaba is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Philippines.

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

"MAJABA ISLAND"


Philippines is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Lower middle income.

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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.

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