Asia Moderately Inhabited Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South China Sea Tropical

Pulau Bakau

Asia Moderately Inhabited Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South China Sea Tropical

Pulau Bakau, Indonesia

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.465 km²

Coastline: 6.799 km

Landform: Plains

429 / km²

UTC+07:00

Tree Cover: 61%

Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Indonesia

Closest neighboring island: Pulau Subangmas

Welcome to Pulau Bakau, a Tropical island in the South China Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Bakau 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 Pulau Bakau

Size: 1.465 km²
Coastline: 6.8 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South China Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Bakau is a Small Island spanning 1.5 km² with a coastline of 6.8 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: -0.32308421 / Longitude: 107.6050769

Climate and weather of Pulau Bakau

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 Pulau Bakau

Timezone: UTC+07:00
Timezone places: Asia/Jakarta
Max. Elevation: 6 m
Mean Elevation: 3 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 61%

The mean elevation is 3 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 6 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. Pulau Bakau has a tree cover of 61 %.

Vegetation: 5 vegetation zones – Highly Diverse Island
With five different vegetation zones, these islands offer a rich tapestry of ecosystems. The variety could include dense forests, open meadows, wetlands, coastal zones, and more. This level of diversity supports an intricate web of life, with each zone playing a vital role in the overall ecological health and balance of the island.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pulau Bakau

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Bakau. The nearest airport is Hang Nadim International Airport, located 13 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Bakau. The closest major port is TANJUNGUBAN, approximately 11 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Bakau is 430 per km². Pulau Bakau is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Indonesia.

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

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Indonesia is classified as Emerging region: MIKT: Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, and Turkey – Economies recognized for their development potential and emerging market status. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulau Bakau

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Pulau Bakau. 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.

Pulau Bakau

Geography and size of Pulau Bakau

Climate and weather of Pulau Bakau

Topography and nature of Pulau Bakau

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pulau Bakau

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulau Bakau

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