Pulau Lawang Besar

Welcome to Pulau Lawang Besar, a Tropical island in the Savu Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Lawang Besar 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 Lawang Besar

Size: 0.128 km²
Coastline: 1.8 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Savu Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Lawang Besar is a Tiny Island spanning 0.128 km² with a coastline of 1.8 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: -8.62393515 / Longitude: 119.52753046

Climate and weather of Pulau Lawang Besar

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 Lawang Besar

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: -30 m
Mean Elevation: -34 m
Vegetation: Agricultural Mosaic
Tree Coverage: 92%

The mean elevation is -34 m. Remarkably, this unique island barely emerges above the sea level, showcasing nature’s fascinating interplay with the ocean. 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 Lawang Besar has a tree cover of 92 %.

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 Lawang Besar

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Lawang Besar. The nearest airport is Komodo Airport, located 43 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Lawang Besar. The closest major port is WAINGAPU, approximately 136 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Lawang Besar is 89 per km². Pulau Lawang Besar is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

Continuing your journey, Nusa Tepulimabole 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 Lawang Besar

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