Pulau Batang
Welcome to Pulau Batang, a Tropical island in the Banda Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Batang 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 Batang
Size: 3.762 km²
Coastline: 7.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Banda Sea
Continent: Asia
Pulau Batang is a Small Island spanning 3.8 km² with a coastline of 7.6 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: Pacific – The world’s largest tectonic plate, covering much of the Pacific Ocean, known for the Pacific Ring of Fire with extensive seismic and volcanic activity.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -8.23041819 / Longitude: 124.08163526
Climate and weather of Pulau Batang
Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot
Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.
Topography and nature of Pulau Batang
Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 113 m
Mean Elevation: 45 m
Vegetation: Agricultural Mosaic
Tree Coverage: 56%
The mean elevation is 45 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 113 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: Agricultural Mosaic
A mix of cropland and natural vegetation, often seen in rural landscapes where agricultural fields are interspersed with patches of natural habitats. Pulau Batang has a tree cover of 56 %.
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 Pulau Batang
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Batang. The nearest airport is Alor Island – Mali Airport, located 57 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Batang. The closest major port is LARANTUKA, approximately 121 km away.
The mean population of Pulau Batang is 74 per km². Pulau Batang is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.
Continuing your journey, Pantar is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
PESONA PULAU BATANG, ALOR - INDONESIA
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 Batang
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Pulau Batang. 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.